Furan compounds (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.9 million of furan compounds (other) in 2024 (893 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.7 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 | $3.9M | 893 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 127 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 30 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 63 t |
| 2018 | $818K | 67 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 34 t |
Where South Africa imports furan compounds (other) from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 59% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 59% |
| China | $1.0M | 26% |
| India | $225K | 5.7% |
| France | $109K | 2.8% |
| Eswatini | $92K | 2.4% |
| United States | $41K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $36K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $23K | 0.6% |
| Slovakia | $14K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.39 per kg, 93% below the world average of $66.30, 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.
Furan compounds (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of furan compounds (other) by South Africa reached $598 thousand in 2024 (76 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $500K | 84% |
| Kenya | $49K | 8.3% |
| Botswana | $12K | 2% |
| Namibia | $12K | 2% |
| Turkey | $12K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.9% |
| Kazakhstan | $5K | 0.8% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa furan compounds (other) imports (HS 2932.19): 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 2932.19: Heterocyclic compounds: with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, n.e.c. in item no. 2932.1.
Common questions
What is the value of furan compounds (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported furan compounds (other) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 893 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 138 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply furan compounds (other) to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (26%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average import price of furan compounds (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.39 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $66.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of furan compounds (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2022 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export furan compounds (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $598 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Kenya and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for furan compounds (other)?
The HS code for furan compounds (other) is subheading 2932.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2932 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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