Chemical contraceptives imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported chemical contraceptives worth $26.1 million (218 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 37% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $53.8 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 | $26.1M | 218 t |
| 2023 | $41.6M | 331 t |
| 2022 | $33.3M | 199 t |
| 2021 | $53.8M | 299 t |
| 2020 | $33.8M | 296 t |
| 2019 | $37.2M | 251 t |
| 2018 | $27.3M | 224 t |
| 2017 | $20.1M | 111 t |
Where South Africa imports chemical contraceptives from
Most of the value came from Germany (37%), Netherlands (31%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.5M | 37% |
| Netherlands | $8.1M | 31% |
| India | $3.8M | 15% |
| France | $1.5M | 5.9% |
| Hungary | $1.5M | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $125K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $88K | 0.3% |
| Mexico | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $119.65 per kg, 23% below the world average of $155.10, 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.
Chemical contraceptives exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported chemical contraceptives worth $1.3 million (24 tonnes). Most of it went to Kenya (46%), Namibia (20%), Mauritius (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+312% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $591K | 46% |
| Namibia | $262K | 20% |
| Mauritius | $212K | 16% |
| Botswana | $123K | 9.5% |
| Lesotho | $38K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $29K | 2.3% |
| Eswatini | $24K | 1.9% |
| Zambia | $6K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.2% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa chemical contraceptives imports (HS 3006.60): 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 3006.60: Pharmaceutical goods: chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical contraceptives imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported chemical contraceptives worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 218 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical contraceptives to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (31%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical contraceptives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $119.65 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $155.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chemical contraceptives to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.1 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $53.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export chemical contraceptives?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Namibia and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $24.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical contraceptives?
The HS code for chemical contraceptives is subheading 3006.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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