Cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.3 million of cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.8 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 | $2.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 947 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 846 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 939 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 872 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 870 t |
Where South Africa imports cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) from
Most of the value came from China (50%), South Korea (21%), Germany (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 50% |
| South Korea | $491K | 21% |
| Germany | $364K | 16% |
| United States | $148K | 6.4% |
| Switzerland | $48K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $37K | 1.6% |
| India | $20K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $16K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $12K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $9K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, close to the world average of $2.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) worth $2.1 million (224 tonnes). Most of it went to France (43%), China (22%), Israel (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+536% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $902K | 43% |
| China | $455K | 22% |
| Israel | $244K | 12% |
| Japan | $125K | 5.9% |
| India | $89K | 4.2% |
| United States | $74K | 3.5% |
| Eswatini | $69K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $52K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $29K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $14K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) imports (HS 2902.19): 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 2902.19: Cyclic hydrocarbons: cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, excluding cyclohexane.
Common questions
What is the value of cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 140 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by South Korea (21%) and Germany (16%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, China and Israel. That compares with imports of $2.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other)?
The HS code for cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) is subheading 2902.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 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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