Coal tar oil (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported coal tar oil (other) worth $69.0 million (80.7 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $87.9 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 | $69.0M | 80.7K t |
| 2023 | $58.5M | 79.5K t |
| 2022 | $31.9M | 26.7K t |
| 2021 | $55.2M | 86.9K t |
| 2020 | $35.7M | 85.6K t |
| 2019 | $42.5M | 68.5K t |
| 2018 | $47.7M | 59.7K t |
| 2017 | $87.9M | 189.4K t |
Where South Africa imports coal tar oil (other) from
Netherlands alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $39.5M | 57% |
| South Korea | $19.7M | 29% |
| United States | $7.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $670K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $374K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $47K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $7K | 0% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, 47% above the world average of $0.58. 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.
Coal tar oil (other) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $35.1 million of coal tar oil (other) in 2024 (34.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $21.7M | 62% |
| France | $2.0M | 5.6% |
| Indonesia | $1.9M | 5.4% |
| Taiwan | $1.9M | 5.3% |
| India | $1.7M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $987K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $762K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $738K | 2.1% |
| China | $701K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa coal tar oil (other) imports (HS 2707.99): 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 2707.99: Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707.
Common questions
What is the value of coal tar oil (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported coal tar oil (other) worth $69.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply coal tar oil (other) to South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($39.5 million), followed by South Korea (29%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of coal tar oil (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $0.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coal tar oil (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $87.9 million in 2017 to $69.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2017 at $87.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export coal tar oil (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $35.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Indonesia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $33.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal tar oil (other)?
The HS code for coal tar oil (other) is subheading 2707.99. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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