Fluorspar (lower grade) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fluorspar (lower grade) by South Africa reached $12.8 million in 2024 (53.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 61 countries for exports of this product. That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $26.2 million.
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 | $12.8M | 53.0K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 27.4K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 61.8K t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 61.0K t |
| 2020 | $26.2M | 114.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $439K | 3.5K t |
Where South Africa exports fluorspar (lower grade) to
The largest buyer markets were China (44%), India (25%), Germany (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+725% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 44% |
| India | $3.1M | 25% |
| Germany | $898K | 7% |
| United States | $687K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $686K | 5.4% |
| Mauritius | $436K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $338K | 2.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $265K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $184K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $103K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.24 per kg, close to the world average of $0.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fluorspar (lower grade) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $631 thousand of fluorspar (lower grade) in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Zambia accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $623K | 99% |
| South Korea | $6K | 1% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.3% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Mexico | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fluorspar (lower grade) exports (HS 2529.21): 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 2529.21: Fluorspar: containing by weight 97% or less of calcium fluoride.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorspar (lower grade) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported fluorspar (lower grade) worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 61 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy fluorspar (lower grade) from South Africa?
China was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by India (25%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 725% on the year.
What is the average export price of fluorspar (lower grade) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $0.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fluorspar (lower grade) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $439 thousand in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $26.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import fluorspar (lower grade)?
Yes. South Africa imported $631 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia, South Korea and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluorspar (lower grade)?
The HS code for fluorspar (lower grade) is subheading 2529.21. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2529 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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