Furfuryl alcohols exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $4.4 million of furfuryl alcohols in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 44 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $13.6 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 | $4.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 6.5K t |
Where South Africa exports furfuryl alcohols to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 90% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.0M | 90% |
| Zimbabwe | $292K | 6.6% |
| Brazil | $99K | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $38K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.67 per kg, 30% above the world average of $1.28. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Furfuryl alcohols imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported furfuryl alcohols worth $251 thousand (168 tonnes). China alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $198K | 79% |
| Netherlands | $37K | 15% |
| Japan | $13K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.7% |
| United States | $1K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa furfuryl alcohols exports (HS 2932.13): 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 2932.13: Heterocyclic compounds: with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, furfuryl alcohol and tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol.
Common questions
What is the value of furfuryl alcohols exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported furfuryl alcohols worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 44 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy furfuryl alcohols from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 90% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Zimbabwe (7%) and Brazil (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average export price of furfuryl alcohols per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.67 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $1.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of furfuryl alcohols from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2018 at $13.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import furfuryl alcohols?
Yes. South Africa imported $251 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the Netherlands and Japan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for furfuryl alcohols?
The HS code for furfuryl alcohols is subheading 2932.13. 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?
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