Copper sulfate exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $192.0 million of copper sulfate in 2024 (14.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 85 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $574.9 million.
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 | $192.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2023 | $209.5M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $521.2M | 17.7K t |
| 2021 | $574.9M | 17.3K t |
| 2020 | $973K | 536 t |
| 2019 | $288.1M | 15.6K t |
| 2018 | $264.6M | 18.2K t |
| 2017 | $190.6M | 17.8K t |
Where South Africa exports copper sulfate to
Belgium alone took 90% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $172.6M | 90% |
| Netherlands | $15.9M | 8.3% |
| DR Congo | $1.4M | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $996K | 0.5% |
| Zambia | $360K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $263K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $199K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $163K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $80K | 0% |
| Madagascar | $50K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.35 per kg, 280% above the world average of $3.51. 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.
Copper sulfate imports to South Africa
Imports of copper sulfate by South Africa reached $10.3 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Brazil (48%), India (23%), Chile (14%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+349% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $5.0M | 48% |
| India | $2.3M | 23% |
| Chile | $1.4M | 14% |
| Turkey | $743K | 7.2% |
| Portugal | $484K | 4.7% |
| Uzbekistan | $222K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $40K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $37K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $17K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa copper sulfate exports (HS 2833.25): 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 2833.25: Sulphates: of copper.
Common questions
What is the value of copper sulfate exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported copper sulfate worth $192.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 85 countries worldwide, with 22% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper sulfate from South Africa?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 90% of the value ($172.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (8%) and the DR Congo (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average export price of copper sulfate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.35 per kg in 2024, 280% above the world average of $3.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of copper sulfate from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $190.6 million in 2017 to $192.0 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $574.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $280.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import copper sulfate?
Yes. South Africa imported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Brazil, India and Chile. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $181.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper sulfate?
The HS code for copper sulfate is subheading 2833.25. 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 2833 page.
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