Cases and containers (leather, other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.7 million of cases and containers (leather, other) in 2024 (93 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.4 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 | $2.7M | 93 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 98 t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 140 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 95 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 93 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 86 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 100 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 128 t |
Where South Africa imports cases and containers (leather, other) from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), France (15%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $914K | 34% |
| France | $397K | 15% |
| India | $381K | 14% |
| Spain | $203K | 7.6% |
| Switzerland | $175K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $170K | 6.4% |
| Germany | $131K | 5% |
| Vietnam | $65K | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $43K | 1.6% |
| Cambodia | $31K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.42 per kg, 61% below the world average of $72.85, 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.
Cases and containers (leather, other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported cases and containers (leather, other) worth $402 thousand (10 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (46%), France (10%), Thailand (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+850% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $186K | 46% |
| France | $40K | 10% |
| Thailand | $28K | 6.9% |
| United States | $22K | 5.4% |
| Zambia | $16K | 4% |
| Lesotho | $16K | 3.9% |
| Botswana | $15K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $14K | 3.5% |
| Eswatini | $10K | 2.5% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cases and containers (leather, other) imports (HS 4202.91): 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 4202.91: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (leather, other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cases and containers (leather, other) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 93 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (leather, other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($914 thousand), followed by France (15%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (leather, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.42 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $72.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cases and containers (leather, other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cases and containers (leather, other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $402 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, France and Thailand. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (leather, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (leather, other) is subheading 4202.91. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
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