Human hair wigs imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of human hair wigs by South Africa reached $133.7 million in 2024 (577 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 184 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 1748% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% a year on average.
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 | $133.7M | 577 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 344 t |
| 2022 | $106.8M | 409 t |
| 2021 | $127.9M | 497 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 560 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 993 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 725 t |
Where South Africa imports human hair wigs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $132.9M | 99% |
| Tanzania | $515K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $115K | 0.1% |
| United States | $82K | 0.1% |
| Myanmar | $24K | 0% |
| Germany | $15K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $11K | 0% |
| India | $7K | 0% |
| Qatar | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $231.62 per kg, 35% above the world average of $171.00. 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.
Human hair wigs exports from South Africa
Exports of human hair wigs by South Africa reached $1.6 million in 2024 (425 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Lesotho (34%), Namibia (30%), Tanzania (25%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+342% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $531K | 34% |
| Namibia | $482K | 30% |
| Tanzania | $394K | 25% |
| Botswana | $84K | 5.3% |
| Eswatini | $76K | 4.8% |
| Zambia | $5K | 0.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $4K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $2K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa human hair wigs imports (HS 6704.20): 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 6704.20: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like and other articles n.e.c.: of human hair.
Common questions
What is the value of human hair wigs imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported human hair wigs worth $133.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 577 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 184 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports.
Which countries supply human hair wigs to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($132.9 million), followed by Tanzania (0%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of human hair wigs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $231.62 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $171.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of human hair wigs to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $133.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $48.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export human hair wigs?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Namibia and Tanzania. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $132.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for human hair wigs?
The HS code for human hair wigs is subheading 6704.20. It sits in HS chapter 67 (feathers and down, prepared; and articles made of feather or of down; artificial flowers; articles of human hair). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6704 page.
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