Laminated safety glass (vehicles) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported laminated safety glass (vehicles) worth $16.8 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.6 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 | $16.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $20.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $28.6M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2018 | $25.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $23.9M | 8.4K t |
Where South Africa imports laminated safety glass (vehicles) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+847% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.6M | 51% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 7.9% |
| United States | $1.0M | 6.2% |
| Malaysia | $719K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $632K | 3.8% |
| Colombia | $565K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $556K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $547K | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $483K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $347K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.31 per kg, 43% below the world average of $5.79, 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.
Laminated safety glass (vehicles) exports from South Africa
Exports of laminated safety glass (vehicles) by South Africa reached $11.9 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (21%), Belgium (16%), Botswana (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 21% |
| Belgium | $1.9M | 16% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 10% |
| Spain | $885K | 7.5% |
| Namibia | $831K | 7% |
| Ireland | $600K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $568K | 4.8% |
| Eswatini | $519K | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $474K | 4% |
| France | $309K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa laminated safety glass (vehicles) imports (HS 7007.21): 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 7007.21: Glass: safety glass, laminated, of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels.
Common questions
What is the value of laminated safety glass (vehicles) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported laminated safety glass (vehicles) worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply laminated safety glass (vehicles) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Poland (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 847% on the year.
What is the average import price of laminated safety glass (vehicles) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.31 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $5.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of laminated safety glass (vehicles) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.9 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $28.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export laminated safety glass (vehicles)?
Yes. South Africa exported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Belgium and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for laminated safety glass (vehicles)?
The HS code for laminated safety glass (vehicles) is subheading 7007.21. 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?
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