Bicycle tires imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported bicycle tires worth $3.0 million (430 tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.4 million.
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 | $3.0M | 430 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 208 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 376 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 589 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 292 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 484 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 429 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 594 t |
Where South Africa imports bicycle tires from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (26%), China (26%), Thailand (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+371% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $777K | 26% |
| China | $770K | 26% |
| Thailand | $419K | 14% |
| India | $368K | 13% |
| Germany | $224K | 7.6% |
| Italy | $110K | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $107K | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $61K | 2.1% |
| France | $26K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.87 per kg, close to the world average of $7.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bicycle tires exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported bicycle tires worth $477 thousand (47 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (44%), Namibia (40%), Botswana (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $211K | 44% |
| Namibia | $190K | 40% |
| Botswana | $28K | 5.9% |
| Eswatini | $20K | 4.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $7K | 1.4% |
| DR Congo | $4K | 0.8% |
| Lesotho | $4K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $4K | 0.8% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bicycle tires imports (HS 4011.50): 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 4011.50: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on bicycles.
Common questions
What is the value of bicycle tires imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported bicycle tires worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 430 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply bicycle tires to South Africa?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($777 thousand), followed by China (26%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 371% on the year.
What is the average import price of bicycle tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.87 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $7.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bicycle tires to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export bicycle tires?
Yes. South Africa exported $477 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Namibia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for bicycle tires?
The HS code for bicycle tires is subheading 4011.50. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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