Coated steel netting (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of coated steel netting (other) by South Africa reached $14.9 million in 2024 (9.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 134 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $14.9M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 8.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $15.7M | 10.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $10.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.4M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 15.5K t |
Where South Africa exports coated steel netting (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (35%), Namibia (20%), Eswatini (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+927% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $5.2M | 35% |
| Namibia | $3.0M | 20% |
| Eswatini | $1.3M | 9% |
| Lesotho | $1.1M | 7.4% |
| Mali | $929K | 6.2% |
| Tanzania | $656K | 4.4% |
| Zambia | $566K | 3.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $383K | 2.6% |
| Mozambique | $360K | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $323K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, 41% below the world average of $2.60, 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.
Coated steel netting (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.9 million of coated steel netting (other) in 2024 (468 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 61% |
| Turkey | $428K | 22% |
| Austria | $131K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $108K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $44K | 2.3% |
| Lesotho | $13K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.4% |
| United States | $6K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa coated steel netting (other) exports (HS 7314.49): 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 7314.49: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, coated with materials other than zinc or plastic.
Common questions
What is the value of coated steel netting (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported coated steel netting (other) worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 134 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy coated steel netting (other) from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Namibia (20%) and Eswatini (9%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 927% on the year.
What is the average export price of coated steel netting (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $2.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of coated steel netting (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2021 at $15.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import coated steel netting (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and Austria. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated steel netting (other)?
The HS code for coated steel netting (other) is subheading 7314.49. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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