Inflatable rafts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of inflatable rafts by South Africa reached $2.3 million in 2024 (143 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.3M | 143 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 608 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 132 t |
| 2021 | $922K | 66 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 116 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 63 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 34 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 412 t |
Where South Africa exports inflatable rafts to
The largest buyer markets were United States (28%), Namibia (13%), Br. Virgin Isds (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $649K | 28% |
| Namibia | $306K | 13% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $202K | 8.8% |
| Singapore | $152K | 6.6% |
| Costa Rica | $86K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $82K | 3.6% |
| Angola | $77K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $73K | 3.2% |
| France | $62K | 2.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $54K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.10 per kg, 41% below the world average of $27.32, 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.
Inflatable rafts imports to South Africa
Imports of inflatable rafts by South Africa reached $2.2 million in 2024 (119 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest (+846% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.1M | 50% |
| China | $222K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $141K | 6.4% |
| Namibia | $117K | 5.3% |
| France | $103K | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $96K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $82K | 3.7% |
| United States | $80K | 3.6% |
| Brazil | $50K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $43K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa inflatable rafts exports (HS 8907.10): 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 8907.10: Rafts: inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of inflatable rafts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported inflatable rafts worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 138 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries buy inflatable rafts from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($649 thousand), followed by Namibia (13%) and Br. Virgin Isds (9%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 62 buyer countries in total. Br. Virgin Isds grew fastest among the top ten, up 384% on the year.
What is the average export price of inflatable rafts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.10 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $27.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of inflatable rafts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import inflatable rafts?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, China and the United Kingdom. That compares with exports of $2.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for inflatable rafts?
The HS code for inflatable rafts is subheading 8907.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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