Cycloalcohols (other types) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported cycloalcohols (other types) worth $4.3 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 586 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 476 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 165 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 565 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 710 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 561 t |
Where South Africa imports cycloalcohols (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 70% |
| Germany | $778K | 18% |
| India | $202K | 4.7% |
| United States | $120K | 2.8% |
| Brazil | $102K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $28K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $13K | 0.3% |
| France | $7K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.10 per kg, 65% below the world average of $11.88, 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.
Cycloalcohols (other types) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported cycloalcohols (other types) worth $312 thousand (68 tonnes). Most of it went to China (40%), Zambia (34%), Canada (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $126K | 40% |
| Zambia | $106K | 34% |
| Canada | $46K | 15% |
| Brazil | $30K | 9.5% |
| Namibia | $3K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cycloalcohols (other types) imports (HS 2906.19): 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 2906.19: Alcohols: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2906.1.
Common questions
What is the value of cycloalcohols (other types) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cycloalcohols (other types) worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 137 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cycloalcohols (other types) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Germany (18%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of cycloalcohols (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.10 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $11.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cycloalcohols (other types) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2023 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cycloalcohols (other types)?
Yes. South Africa exported $312 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Zambia and Canada. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cycloalcohols (other types)?
The HS code for cycloalcohols (other types) is subheading 2906.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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