Halogenated hydrocarbon imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported halogenated hydrocarbon worth $35.7 million (14.9 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $47.3 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 | $35.7M | 14.9K t |
| 2023 | $32.6M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $37.8M | 17.2K t |
| 2020 | $26.9M | 14.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.7M | 20.1K t |
| 2018 | $47.3M | 19.5K t |
| 2017 | $43.1M | 20.2K t |
Where South Africa imports halogenated hydrocarbon from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.6M | 55% |
| United States | $8.8M | 25% |
| India | $4.9M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $467K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $203K | 0.6% |
| France | $186K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $129K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $75K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $70K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 2903
| 2903.39 | Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: other than ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane) | 50% |
| 2903.71 | Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens: chlorodifluoromethane | 14% |
| 2903.12 | Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: dichloromethane (methylene chloride) | 8.4% |
| 2903.31 | Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane) | 8.2% |
| 2903.23 | Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene) | 3.6% |
| 2903.29 | Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: n.e.c. in item no. 2903.2 | 3.6% |
| 2903.91 | Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons: chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene | 3.5% |
| 2903.19 | Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: n.e.c. in item no. 2903.1 | 3.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.39 per kg, 99% above the world average of $1.20. 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.
Halogenated hydrocarbon exports from South Africa
Exports of halogenated hydrocarbon by South Africa reached $5.1 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (14%), Zambia (13%), Namibia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $704K | 14% |
| Zambia | $652K | 13% |
| Namibia | $603K | 12% |
| Botswana | $487K | 9.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $334K | 6.5% |
| Mozambique | $281K | 5.5% |
| Singapore | $221K | 4.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $213K | 4.2% |
| Tanzania | $206K | 4% |
| Malaysia | $187K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 2903: Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons.
Common questions
What is the value of halogenated hydrocarbon imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported halogenated hydrocarbon worth $35.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply halogenated hydrocarbon to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($19.6 million), followed by the United States (25%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of halogenated hydrocarbon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.39 per kg in 2024, 99% above the world average of $1.20 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 imports of halogenated hydrocarbon to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $43.1 million in 2017 to $35.7 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $47.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export halogenated hydrocarbon?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Zambia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $30.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for halogenated hydrocarbon?
The HS code for halogenated hydrocarbon is heading 2903. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2903.39 (50% of the value) and 2903.71 (14%). It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
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