Laminated safety glass (general) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported laminated safety glass (general) worth $6.6 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 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 | $6.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 9.8K t |
Where South Africa exports laminated safety glass (general) to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (34%), Zimbabwe (19%), Botswana (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $2.2M | 34% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.3M | 19% |
| Botswana | $895K | 14% |
| Zambia | $638K | 9.6% |
| Mozambique | $520K | 7.8% |
| Eswatini | $430K | 6.5% |
| Lesotho | $187K | 2.8% |
| Malawi | $126K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $77K | 1.2% |
| DR Congo | $74K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, close to the world average of $1.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Laminated safety glass (general) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.7 million of laminated safety glass (general) in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Malaysia (43%), China (21%), Pakistan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $738K | 43% |
| China | $361K | 21% |
| Pakistan | $219K | 13% |
| United States | $101K | 5.9% |
| Turkey | $77K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $63K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $46K | 2.7% |
| Finland | $30K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $13K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa laminated safety glass (general) exports (HS 7007.29): 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 7007.29: Glass: safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels).
Common questions
What is the value of laminated safety glass (general) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported laminated safety glass (general) worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 129 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy laminated safety glass (general) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Zimbabwe (19%) and Botswana (14%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of laminated safety glass (general) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $1.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of laminated safety glass (general) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2017 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import laminated safety glass (general)?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, China and Pakistan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for laminated safety glass (general)?
The HS code for laminated safety glass (general) is subheading 7007.29. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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