Calcium phosphate (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $18.1 million of calcium phosphate (other) in 2024 (27.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 48% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.7 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 | $18.1M | 27.0K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 21.9K t |
| 2022 | $39.7M | 67.1K t |
| 2021 | $26.7M | 36.7K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 21.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 19.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 23.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.9K t |
Where South Africa imports calcium phosphate (other) from
The largest suppliers were Russia (40%), China (26%), Spain (21%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $7.2M | 40% |
| China | $4.7M | 26% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 21% |
| Tunisia | $970K | 5.4% |
| Finland | $700K | 3.9% |
| Namibia | $293K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $253K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $114K | 0.6% |
| India | $53K | 0.3% |
| United States | $35K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, close to the world average of $0.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Calcium phosphate (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported calcium phosphate (other) worth $17.1 million (49.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Lithuania (47%), Saudi Arabia (19%), Zimbabwe (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | $8.1M | 47% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.2M | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.8M | 10% |
| Zambia | $1.4M | 8.2% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 6.2% |
| Malawi | $691K | 4% |
| Mozambique | $457K | 2.7% |
| Eswatini | $212K | 1.2% |
| Kenya | $107K | 0.6% |
| Namibia | $45K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa calcium phosphate (other) imports (HS 2835.26): 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 2835.26: Phosphates: of calcium n.e.c. in item no. 2835.25, whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium phosphate (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported calcium phosphate (other) worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 166 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply calcium phosphate (other) to South Africa?
Russia was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by China (26%) and Spain (21%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of calcium phosphate (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $0.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of calcium phosphate (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $39.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export calcium phosphate (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $17.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lithuania, Saudi Arabia and Zimbabwe. That compares with imports of $18.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for calcium phosphate (other)?
The HS code for calcium phosphate (other) is subheading 2835.26. 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 2835 page.
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