Ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes worth $3.6 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.1 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 | $3.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 3.1K t |
Where South Africa exports ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes to
One buyer market dominates: Botswana accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.3M | 65% |
| Eswatini | $434K | 12% |
| Zambia | $158K | 4.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $152K | 4.3% |
| DR Congo | $144K | 4% |
| Namibia | $119K | 3.3% |
| Mozambique | $83K | 2.3% |
| Kenya | $73K | 2.1% |
| Ghana | $23K | 0.6% |
| Lesotho | $12K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.00 per kg, 53% above the world average of $1.31. 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.
Ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes imports to South Africa
Imports of ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes by South Africa reached $2.9 million in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 93% |
| India | $144K | 5% |
| Italy | $41K | 1.4% |
| Pakistan | $8K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $5K | 0.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Vietnam | $1K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes exports (HS 6907.30): 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 6907.30: Mosaic cubes and the like, other than those of subheading 6907.40.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 97 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 65% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Eswatini (12%) and Zambia (4%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average export price of ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.00 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $1.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2017 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Italy. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $651 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes?
The HS code for ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes is subheading 6907.30. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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