Knotted netting (natural fibers) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of knotted netting (natural fibers) by South Africa reached $2.9 million in 2024 (564 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.9M | 564 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 576 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 485 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 531 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 629 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 564 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 695 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 467 t |
Where South Africa exports knotted netting (natural fibers) to
Most of it went to Namibia (42%), Botswana (21%), Eswatini (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.2M | 42% |
| Botswana | $612K | 21% |
| Eswatini | $349K | 12% |
| Mozambique | $253K | 8.9% |
| Zambia | $150K | 5.3% |
| Lesotho | $103K | 3.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $41K | 1.5% |
| Mauritius | $22K | 0.8% |
| Malawi | $20K | 0.7% |
| United States | $19K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.07 per kg, close to the world average of $4.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knotted netting (natural fibers) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $2.4 million of knotted netting (natural fibers) in 2024 (641 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Italy (48%), Portugal (22%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 48% |
| Portugal | $523K | 22% |
| China | $313K | 13% |
| Australia | $148K | 6.3% |
| Spain | $74K | 3.1% |
| Denmark | $48K | 2% |
| Ireland | $45K | 1.9% |
| United States | $36K | 1.5% |
| Norway | $22K | 0.9% |
| France | $15K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa knotted netting (natural fibers) exports (HS 5608.90): 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 5608.90: Twine, cordage or rope: knotted netting, of other than man-made textiles.
Common questions
What is the value of knotted netting (natural fibers) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported knotted netting (natural fibers) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 564 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 133 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy knotted netting (natural fibers) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Botswana (21%) and Eswatini (12%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average export price of knotted netting (natural fibers) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.07 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $4.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of knotted netting (natural fibers) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import knotted netting (natural fibers)?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Portugal and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $492 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for knotted netting (natural fibers)?
The HS code for knotted netting (natural fibers) is subheading 5608.90. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5608 page.
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