Hypochlorites (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.3 million of hypochlorites (other) in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.4 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 | $3.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 5.5K t |
Where South Africa exports hypochlorites (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (22%), Zambia (16%), Botswana (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $725K | 22% |
| Zambia | $523K | 16% |
| Botswana | $472K | 14% |
| Eswatini | $250K | 7.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $248K | 7.4% |
| Malawi | $196K | 5.9% |
| Mozambique | $178K | 5.3% |
| Lesotho | $147K | 4.4% |
| DR Congo | $138K | 4.1% |
| Mauritius | $131K | 3.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 80% above the world average of $0.50. 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.
Hypochlorites (other) imports to South Africa
Imports of hypochlorites (other) by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (925 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 53% |
| Germany | $381K | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $312K | 15% |
| United States | $137K | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $49K | 2.4% |
| India | $40K | 2% |
| Japan | $31K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $6K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hypochlorites (other) exports (HS 2828.90): 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 2828.90: Hypochlorites: n.e.c. in heading no. 2828.
Common questions
What is the value of hypochlorites (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported hypochlorites (other) worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 115 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy hypochlorites (other) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($725 thousand), followed by Zambia (16%) and Botswana (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average export price of hypochlorites (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $0.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of hypochlorites (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2017 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import hypochlorites (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for hypochlorites (other)?
The HS code for hypochlorites (other) is subheading 2828.90. 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 2828 page.
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