Curtain and blind imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported curtain and blind worth $6.5 million (973 tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.4 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 | $6.5M | 973 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 673 t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 891 t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 996 t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa imports curtain and blind from
China alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.5M | 85% |
| Pakistan | $136K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $115K | 1.8% |
| India | $99K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $88K | 1.4% |
| Eswatini | $62K | 1% |
| Italy | $48K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $43K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $35K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6303
| 6303.92 | Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances: of synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted | 76% |
| 6303.99 | Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances: of textile materials other than cotton or synthetic fibres, not knitted or… | 13% |
| 6303.12 | Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds: curtain or bed valances, knitted or crocheted, of synthetic fibres | 8% |
| 6303.91 | Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances: of cotton, not knitted or crocheted | 2.1% |
| 6303.19 | Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds: curtain or bed valances, knitted or crocheted, of textile materials other than synthetic fibres | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6303.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.67 per kg, 29% below the world average of $9.41, 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.
Curtain and blind exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $5.7 million of curtain and blind in 2024 (739 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (30%), Botswana (21%), Eswatini (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.7M | 30% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 21% |
| Eswatini | $639K | 11% |
| Zambia | $364K | 6.4% |
| DR Congo | $346K | 6.1% |
| Lesotho | $345K | 6.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $147K | 2.6% |
| Kenya | $137K | 2.4% |
| Mozambique | $127K | 2.3% |
| Tanzania | $113K | 2% |
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 6303: Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds; curtain or bed valances.
Common questions
What is the value of curtain and blind imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported curtain and blind worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 973 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply curtain and blind to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Pakistan (2%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 175% on the year.
What is the average import price of curtain and blind per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.67 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $9.41 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 curtain and blind to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2017 at $11.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export curtain and blind?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. That compares with imports of $6.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for curtain and blind?
The HS code for curtain and blind is heading 6303. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 6303.92 (76% of the value) and 6303.99 (13%). It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6303 page.
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