Carbon steel line pipe imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $9.4 million of carbon steel line pipe in 2024 (13.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 42% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $9.4M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 9.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 11.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 8.0K t |
Where South Africa imports carbon steel line pipe from
One supplier dominates: Mozambique accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $6.0M | 63% |
| China | $3.4M | 36% |
| South Korea | $54K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $10K | 0.1% |
| India | $7K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, 53% below the world average of $1.50, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carbon steel line pipe exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported carbon steel line pipe worth $3.5 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+366% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.4M | 69% |
| Namibia | $304K | 8.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $246K | 7% |
| Botswana | $109K | 3.1% |
| Mozambique | $103K | 2.9% |
| DR Congo | $77K | 2.2% |
| Angola | $70K | 2% |
| Zambia | $59K | 1.7% |
| Senegal | $23K | 0.7% |
| Malawi | $19K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa carbon steel line pipe imports (HS 7306.19): 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 7306.19: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (other than of stainless steel or seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon steel line pipe imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported carbon steel line pipe worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbon steel line pipe to South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (36%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 400% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbon steel line pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $1.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbon steel line pipe to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export carbon steel line pipe?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Namibia and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon steel line pipe?
The HS code for carbon steel line pipe is subheading 7306.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
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