Copper pipe fittings imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported copper pipe fittings worth $39.5 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 31% more than in 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 | $39.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $30.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $43.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $40.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $30.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $28.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $32.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $27.5M | 2.8K t |
Where South Africa imports copper pipe fittings from
China alone supplied 85% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $33.4M | 85% |
| India | $1.2M | 3% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $877K | 2.2% |
| United States | $483K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $310K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $307K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $296K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $266K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $263K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 7412
| 7412.20 | Copper: tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of copper alloys | 78% |
| 7412.10 | Copper: tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper | 22% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7412.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.84 per kg, 41% below the world average of $18.39, 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.
Copper pipe fittings exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported copper pipe fittings worth $7.0 million (929 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (32%), Namibia (23%), Botswana (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.2M | 32% |
| Namibia | $1.6M | 23% |
| Botswana | $801K | 12% |
| Eswatini | $483K | 6.9% |
| Lesotho | $368K | 5.3% |
| Hong Kong | $236K | 3.4% |
| Zambia | $174K | 2.5% |
| Mozambique | $163K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $128K | 1.8% |
| Mali | $109K | 1.6% |
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 7412: Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves).
Common questions
What is the value of copper pipe fittings imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported copper pipe fittings worth $39.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper pipe fittings to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($33.4 million), followed by India (3%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper pipe fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.84 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $18.39 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 copper pipe fittings to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.5 million in 2017 to $39.5 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. The peak was 2022 at $43.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export copper pipe fittings?
Yes. South Africa exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $32.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper pipe fittings?
The HS code for copper pipe fittings is heading 7412. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 7412.20 (78% of the value) and 7412.10 (22%). It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7412 page.
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