Fireworks imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $7.6 million of fireworks in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $7.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 5.0K t |
Where South Africa imports fireworks from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 82% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 16% |
| Spain | $119K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 65% below the world average of $3.42, 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.
Fireworks exports from South Africa
Exports of fireworks by South Africa reached $706 thousand in 2024 (193 tonnes). Most of it went to Eswatini (39%), Botswana (34%), Namibia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $277K | 39% |
| Botswana | $237K | 34% |
| Namibia | $72K | 10% |
| DR Congo | $37K | 5.2% |
| Zambia | $30K | 4.3% |
| Lesotho | $17K | 2.3% |
| Rwanda | $14K | 2% |
| Zimbabwe | $7K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 1% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fireworks imports (HS 3604.10): 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 3604.10: Pyrotechnic products: fireworks.
Common questions
What is the value of fireworks imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fireworks worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 173 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply fireworks to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Hong Kong (16%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of fireworks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $3.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fireworks to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fireworks?
Yes. South Africa exported $706 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Botswana and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fireworks?
The HS code for fireworks is subheading 3604.10. 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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