Cresol exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported cresol worth $18.1 million (13.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 44 countries. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $25.2 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 | $18.1M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 11.9K t |
| 2022 | $25.2M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 5.7K t |
Where South Africa exports cresol to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (24%), Belgium (23%), India (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 24% |
| Belgium | $4.2M | 23% |
| India | $4.2M | 23% |
| Taiwan | $2.9M | 16% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Switzerland | $733K | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $198K | 1.1% |
| China | $138K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $137K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $46K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 61% below the world average of $3.57, 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa cresol exports (HS 2907.12): 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 2907.12: Monophenols: cresols and their salts.
Common questions
What is the value of cresol exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported cresol worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 44 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy cresol from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Belgium (23%) and India (23%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average export price of cresol per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $3.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cresol from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2022 at $25.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cresol?
The HS code for cresol is subheading 2907.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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