Kraft and corrugated cardboard waste exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported kraft and corrugated cardboard waste worth $23.4 million (148.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 87% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $23.4M | 148.9K t |
| 2023 | $12.5M | 94.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 56.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 50.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 39.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 26.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 61.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 42.8K t |
Where South Africa exports kraft and corrugated cardboard waste to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+312% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $18.4M | 79% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 8.5% |
| Eswatini | $984K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $592K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $590K | 2.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $131K | 0.6% |
| Oman | $114K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $112K | 0.5% |
| United States | $100K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $78K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.16 per kg, close to the world average of $0.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Kraft and corrugated cardboard waste imports to South Africa
Imports of kraft and corrugated cardboard waste by South Africa reached $2.6 million in 2024 (29.5 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Namibia (40%), Mozambique (22%), Botswana (18%). Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.0M | 40% |
| Mozambique | $575K | 22% |
| Botswana | $469K | 18% |
| Eswatini | $272K | 10% |
| Lesotho | $184K | 7% |
| Zimbabwe | $80K | 3% |
| United States | $11K | 0.4% |
| China | $2K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa kraft and corrugated cardboard waste exports (HS 4707.10): 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 4707.10: Paper or paperboard: waste and scrap, of unbleached kraft paper or paperboard or corrugated paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of kraft and corrugated cardboard waste exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported kraft and corrugated cardboard waste worth $23.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries buy kraft and corrugated cardboard waste from South Africa?
India was the largest buyer with 79% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by Singapore (9%) and Eswatini (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 893% on the year.
What is the average export price of kraft and corrugated cardboard waste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.16 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $0.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of kraft and corrugated cardboard waste from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $23.4 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Namibia, Mozambique and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
The HS code for kraft and corrugated cardboard waste is subheading 4707.10. It sits in HS chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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