Firework imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $11.2 million of firework in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $11.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 5.0K t |
Where South Africa imports firework from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.5M | 58% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 12% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 11% |
| Spain | $254K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $129K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $77K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $65K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $17K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $16K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3604
| 3604.10 | Pyrotechnic products: fireworks | 68% |
| 3604.90 | Pyrotechnic products: signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles (excluding fireworks) | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3604.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, 59% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
Firework exports from South Africa
Exports of firework by South Africa reached $2.1 million in 2024 (257 tonnes). Most of it went to Australia (17%), Eswatini (14%), Namibia (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+329% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $363K | 17% |
| Eswatini | $282K | 14% |
| Namibia | $265K | 13% |
| United States | $250K | 12% |
| Botswana | $242K | 12% |
| Canada | $208K | 10% |
| Italy | $56K | 2.7% |
| France | $47K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $45K | 2.2% |
| Mozambique | $43K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3604: Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles.
Common questions
What is the value of firework imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported firework worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply firework to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Germany (13%) and the Czech Republic (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 653% on the year.
What is the average import price of firework per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $4.24 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 firework to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export firework?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Eswatini and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for firework?
The HS code for firework is heading 3604. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 3604.10 (68% of the value) and 3604.90 (32%). It sits in HS chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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