Calcium hypochlorite exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of calcium hypochlorite by South Africa reached $6.6 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 98 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 5.5K t |
Where South Africa exports calcium hypochlorite to
Most of it went to Malawi (21%), Zambia (15%), Zimbabwe (14%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $1.4M | 21% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $891K | 14% |
| Mozambique | $630K | 9.6% |
| Botswana | $469K | 7.1% |
| Namibia | $332K | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $290K | 4.4% |
| Seychelles | $164K | 2.5% |
| France | $163K | 2.5% |
| Eswatini | $144K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, 97% above the world average of $1.32. 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.
Calcium hypochlorite imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported calcium hypochlorite worth $3.9 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 82% |
| India | $625K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $72K | 1.9% |
| France | $5K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa calcium hypochlorite exports (HS 2828.10): 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 2828.10: Hypochlorites: commercial calcium hypochlorite and other calcium hypochlorites.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium hypochlorite exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported calcium hypochlorite worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 98 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy calcium hypochlorite from South Africa?
Malawi was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Zambia (15%) and Zimbabwe (14%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average export price of calcium hypochlorite per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 97% above the world average of $1.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of calcium hypochlorite from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import calcium hypochlorite?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcium hypochlorite?
The HS code for calcium hypochlorite is subheading 2828.10. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2828 page.
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