Chlorate imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $19.8 million of chlorate in 2024 (22.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 173 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $19.8M | 22.6K t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 16.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 17.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.8M | 16.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 17.1K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 18.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 24.6K t |
Where South Africa imports chlorate from
The largest suppliers were Sweden (43%), Finland (18%), Brazil (13%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $8.4M | 43% |
| Finland | $3.6M | 18% |
| Brazil | $2.7M | 14% |
| India | $1.7M | 8.5% |
| China | $1.5M | 7.7% |
| Uruguay | $824K | 4.2% |
| Chile | $577K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $316K | 1.6% |
| United States | $126K | 0.6% |
| France | $44K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 2829
| 2829.11 | Chlorates: of sodium | 76% |
| 2829.90 | Perchlorates: bromates and perbromates: iodates and periodates | 20% |
| 2829.19 | Chlorates: other than sodium | 4.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2829.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.87 per kg, 20% below the world average of $1.09, 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.
Chlorate exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.1 million of chlorate in 2024 (230 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Botswana accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+677% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $684K | 63% |
| Namibia | $286K | 26% |
| United States | $37K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $20K | 1.9% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $9K | 0.8% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $6K | 0.6% |
| Ghana | $6K | 0.5% |
| Lesotho | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 2829: Chlorates and perchlorates; bromates and perbromates; iodates and periodates.
Common questions
What is the value of chlorate imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported chlorate worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 173 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply chlorate to South Africa?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by Finland (18%) and Brazil (13%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of chlorate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.87 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $1.09 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of chlorate to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export chlorate?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for chlorate?
The HS code for chlorate is heading 2829. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2829.11 (76% of the value) and 2829.90 (20%). It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2829 page.
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