Deformed bar drawn exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of deformed bar drawn by South Africa reached $152.5 million in 2024 (209.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $152.5M | 209.1K t |
| 2023 | $140.6M | 192.8K t |
| 2022 | $118.5M | 136.7K t |
| 2021 | $104.3M | 122.9K t |
| 2020 | $62.4M | 105.8K t |
| 2019 | $113.6M | 182.2K t |
| 2018 | $90.2M | 137.0K t |
| 2017 | $48.8M | 86.5K t |
Where South Africa exports deformed bar drawn to
The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (42%), Tanzania (16%), Zimbabwe (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $64.8M | 43% |
| Tanzania | $24.3M | 16% |
| Zimbabwe | $20.9M | 14% |
| Botswana | $10.2M | 6.7% |
| Malawi | $6.1M | 4% |
| Lesotho | $5.0M | 3.3% |
| Zambia | $4.6M | 3% |
| Australia | $3.3M | 2.2% |
| Madagascar | $3.3M | 2.2% |
| Namibia | $3.1M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, close to the world average of $0.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Deformed bar drawn imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported deformed bar drawn worth $900 thousand (60.4 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (35%), Mauritius (21%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $314K | 35% |
| Mauritius | $189K | 21% |
| United States | $140K | 16% |
| China | $121K | 14% |
| Spain | $78K | 8.7% |
| India | $51K | 5.6% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.2% |
| Eswatini | $2K | 0.2% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa deformed bar drawn exports (HS 7214.20): 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 7214.20: Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling.
Common questions
What is the value of deformed bar drawn exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported deformed bar drawn worth $152.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 209.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy deformed bar drawn from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($64.8 million), followed by Tanzania (16%) and Zimbabwe (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average export price of deformed bar drawn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $0.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of deformed bar drawn from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $48.8 million in 2017 to $152.5 million in 2024, an increase of 212%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $103.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import deformed bar drawn?
Yes. South Africa imported $900 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Mauritius and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $151.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for deformed bar drawn?
The HS code for deformed bar drawn is subheading 7214.20. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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