Gold semi-manufactured forms exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of gold semi-manufactured forms by South Africa reached $7.54 billion in 2024 (99 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. That is 194% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.54B | 99 t |
| 2023 | $2.57B | 42 t |
| 2022 | $1.30B | 24 t |
| 2021 | $3.20B | 56 t |
| 2020 | $3.90B | 71 t |
| 2019 | $6.40B | 141 t |
| 2018 | $7.07B | 169 t |
| 2017 | $6.28B | 150 t |
Where South Africa exports gold semi-manufactured forms to
United Kingdom alone took 85% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $6.41B | 85% |
| Singapore | $540.1M | 7.2% |
| Belgium | $262.8M | 3.5% |
| China | $179.0M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $143.9M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 0.1% |
| Australia | $685K | 0% |
| Poland | $239K | 0% |
| Ireland | $55K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $47K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $75,887.96 per kg, 51% above the world average of $50,161.27. 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.
Gold semi-manufactured forms imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $1.36 billion (50 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Namibia alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $732.7M | 54% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $403.8M | 30% |
| Zambia | $105.0M | 7.7% |
| Burkina Faso | $51.5M | 3.8% |
| Kenya | $22.5M | 1.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $20.5M | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $15.6M | 1.2% |
| Eswatini | $2.0M | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $852K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $697K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa gold semi-manufactured forms exports (HS 7108.13): 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 7108.13: Metals: gold, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of gold semi-manufactured forms exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $7.54 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 99 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 123 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 194% on 2023.
Which countries buy gold semi-manufactured forms from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($6.41 billion), followed by Singapore (7%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 814% on the year.
What is the average export price of gold semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $75,887.96 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $50,161.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of gold semi-manufactured forms from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.28 billion in 2017 to $7.54 billion in 2024, an increase of 20%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.78 billion a year.
Does South Africa also import gold semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.36 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Namibia, Cote d'Ivoire and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.19 billion a year.
What is the HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7108.13. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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