Halogen gas exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported halogen gas worth $10.3 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $10.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 5.5K t |
Where South Africa exports halogen gas to
Most of it went to Eswatini (19%), Mozambique (18%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $2.0M | 19% |
| Mozambique | $1.8M | 18% |
| Zambia | $1.6M | 15% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 11% |
| Namibia | $1.0M | 10% |
| Malawi | $492K | 4.8% |
| DR Congo | $383K | 3.7% |
| United States | $187K | 1.8% |
| Mauritius | $125K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 2801
| 2801.10 | Chlorine | 91% |
| 2801.30 | Fluorine: bromine | 6.5% |
| 2801.20 | Iodine | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2801.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.91 per kg, 56% below the world average of $4.35, 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.
Halogen gas imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported halogen gas worth $832 thousand (42 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+546% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $660K | 79% |
| Chile | $139K | 17% |
| Zambia | $15K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.9% |
| United States | $4K | 0.5% |
| India | $2K | 0.2% |
| Greece | $2K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2801: Fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine.
Common questions
What is the value of halogen gas exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported halogen gas worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 117 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy halogen gas from South Africa?
Eswatini was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Mozambique (18%) and Zambia (15%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average export price of halogen gas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.91 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $4.35 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of halogen gas from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import halogen gas?
Yes. South Africa imported $832 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Chile and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for halogen gas?
The HS code for halogen gas is heading 2801. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2801.10 (91% of the value) and 2801.30 (6%). It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2801 page.
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