Carbon black rubber compound imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported carbon black rubber compound worth $2.8 million (700 tonnes). That is 45% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.9 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 | $2.8M | 700 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 980 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 812 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 495 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 601 t |
Where South Africa imports carbon black rubber compound from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (42%), India (25%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 43% |
| India | $700K | 25% |
| Germany | $276K | 10% |
| Belgium | $175K | 6.3% |
| China | $112K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $101K | 3.6% |
| United States | $56K | 2% |
| Turkey | $54K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $37K | 1.3% |
| Latvia | $37K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, close to the world average of $3.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carbon black rubber compound exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported carbon black rubber compound worth $920 thousand (220 tonnes). Most of it went to Eswatini (18%), Ghana (18%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa carbon black rubber compound imports (HS 4005.10): 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 4005.10: Rubber: unvulcanised, compounded with carbon black or silica, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon black rubber compound imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported carbon black rubber compound worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 700 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbon black rubber compound to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by India (25%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbon black rubber compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $3.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbon black rubber compound to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2022 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export carbon black rubber compound?
Yes. South Africa exported $920 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Ghana and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon black rubber compound?
The HS code for carbon black rubber compound is subheading 4005.10. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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