Bamboo charcoal imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported bamboo charcoal worth $2.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 138 countries. That is 331% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $584K | 600 t |
| 2022 | $873K | 338 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 444 t |
| 2020 | $390K | 542 t |
| 2019 | $322K | 375 t |
| 2018 | $470K | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $776K | 6.1K t |
Where South Africa imports bamboo charcoal from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+642% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 98% |
| Malaysia | $37K | 1.5% |
| Namibia | $6K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.22 per kg, 171% above the world average of $0.82. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bamboo charcoal imports (HS 4402.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4402.10: Wood: charcoal of bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated.
Common questions
What is the value of bamboo charcoal imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported bamboo charcoal worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 138 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 331% on 2023.
Which countries supply bamboo charcoal to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Malaysia (1%) and Namibia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 642% on the year.
What is the average import price of bamboo charcoal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.22 per kg in 2024, 171% above the world average of $0.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of bamboo charcoal to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $776 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 225%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $876 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for bamboo charcoal?
The HS code for bamboo charcoal is subheading 4402.10. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4402 page.
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