Cosmetic sprayers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported cosmetic sprayers worth $9.7 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $13.5 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 | $9.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $11.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 1.5K t |
Where South Africa imports cosmetic sprayers from
China alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.6M | 89% |
| United Kingdom | $395K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $218K | 2.3% |
| United States | $170K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $91K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $44K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $44K | 0.5% |
| India | $15K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $10K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 9616
| 9616.10 | Scent sprays and similar toilet sprays, and mounts and heads therefor | 87% |
| 9616.20 | Powder puffs and pads: for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations | 13% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9616.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.36 per kg, 65% below the world average of $12.38, 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.
Cosmetic sprayers exports from South Africa
Exports of cosmetic sprayers by South Africa reached $2.1 million in 2024 (467 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (41%), Botswana (18%), Nigeria (13%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+433% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $858K | 41% |
| Botswana | $378K | 18% |
| Nigeria | $265K | 13% |
| Namibia | $147K | 7.1% |
| Lesotho | $116K | 5.6% |
| Eswatini | $97K | 4.7% |
| France | $71K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $52K | 2.5% |
| Mozambique | $47K | 2.3% |
| Ghana | $13K | 0.6% |
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 9616: Scent sprays and similar toilet sprays and mounts and heads therefor; powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of cosmetic sprayers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cosmetic sprayers worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply cosmetic sprayers to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (4%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 19% on the year.
What is the average import price of cosmetic sprayers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.36 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $12.38 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 cosmetic sprayers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2020 at $13.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export cosmetic sprayers?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Botswana and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cosmetic sprayers?
The HS code for cosmetic sprayers is heading 9616. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 9616.10 (87% of the value) and 9616.20 (13%). It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9616 page.
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