Bleached kraft sack paper imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported bleached kraft sack paper worth $12.6 million (9.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 3% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.6M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 10.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 11.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 11.2K t |
Where South Africa imports bleached kraft sack paper from
One supplier dominates: Finland accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $6.9M | 55% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 21% |
| Czech Republic | $1.9M | 15% |
| Italy | $559K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $151K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $126K | 1% |
| Bulgaria | $117K | 0.9% |
| China | $76K | 0.6% |
| Philippines | $52K | 0.4% |
| India | $24K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.29 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bleached kraft sack paper exports from South Africa
Exports of bleached kraft sack paper by South Africa reached $258 thousand in 2024 (252 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (28%), Malawi (27%), Mozambique (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $73K | 29% |
| Malawi | $71K | 27% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 16% |
| Zambia | $24K | 9.3% |
| Colombia | $18K | 7% |
| Togo | $13K | 5% |
| Botswana | $12K | 4.8% |
| Lesotho | $3K | 1.2% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bleached kraft sack paper imports (HS 4804.29): 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 4804.29: Kraft paper and paperboard: sack kraft paper, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of bleached kraft sack paper imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported bleached kraft sack paper worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 167 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply bleached kraft sack paper to South Africa?
Finland was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Sweden (21%) and the Czech Republic (15%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of bleached kraft sack paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.29 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $1.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of bleached kraft sack paper to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2022 at $13.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export bleached kraft sack paper?
Yes. South Africa exported $258 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Malawi and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $12.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for bleached kraft sack paper?
The HS code for bleached kraft sack paper is subheading 4804.29. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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