Industrial insecticide imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $13.9 million of industrial insecticide in 2024 (240 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 163 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 49% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $27.4 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 | $13.9M | 240 t |
| 2023 | $27.4M | 671 t |
| 2022 | $20.2M | 350 t |
| 2021 | $18.3M | 339 t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 518 t |
| 2019 | $20.0M | 483 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 165 t |
| 2017 | $13.5M | 309 t |
Where South Africa imports industrial insecticide from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 67% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $9.3M | 67% |
| Spain | $4.1M | 29% |
| Italy | $172K | 1.2% |
| India | $146K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $101K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $53K | 0.4% |
| China | $24K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $13K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $57.95 per kg, 493% above the world average of $9.77. 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.
Industrial insecticide exports from South Africa
Exports of industrial insecticide by South Africa reached $1.8 million in 2024 (143 tonnes). Malawi alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+672% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $1.1M | 63% |
| Zimbabwe | $178K | 10% |
| DR Congo | $129K | 7.2% |
| Namibia | $109K | 6.1% |
| Angola | $93K | 5.2% |
| Australia | $82K | 4.6% |
| Lesotho | $46K | 2.6% |
| Eswatini | $11K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $8K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa industrial insecticide imports (HS 3808.69): 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 3808.69: Insecticides: containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial insecticide imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported industrial insecticide worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 240 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial insecticide to South Africa?
France was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Spain (29%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 267% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial insecticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $57.95 per kg in 2024, 493% above the world average of $9.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial insecticide to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.5 million in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2023 at $27.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export industrial insecticide?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Zimbabwe and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial insecticide?
The HS code for industrial insecticide is subheading 3808.69. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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