Lead oxide exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $7.5 million of lead oxide in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 73 countries. Value fell 36% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.7 million.
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 | $7.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 2.8K t |
Where South Africa exports lead oxide to
The largest buyer markets were United States (13%), Ghana (9%), United Kingdom (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+476% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $967K | 13% |
| Ghana | $686K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $684K | 9.1% |
| Peru | $622K | 8.3% |
| Mexico | $615K | 8.2% |
| Canada | $513K | 6.8% |
| Australia | $490K | 6.5% |
| Tanzania | $300K | 4% |
| Burkina Faso | $290K | 3.9% |
| Chile | $240K | 3.2% |
Product types under HS 2824
| 2824.90 | Lead oxides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2824 | 52% |
| 2824.10 | Lead: lead monoxide (litharge, massicot) | 49% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2824.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.73 per kg, 61% above the world average of $2.31. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lead oxide imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.1 million of lead oxide in 2024 (99 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $947K | 86% |
| China | $68K | 6.1% |
| Peru | $50K | 4.6% |
| Australia | $37K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 2824: Lead oxides; red lead and orange lead.
Common questions
What is the value of lead oxide exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported lead oxide worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 73 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy lead oxide from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($967 thousand), followed by Ghana (9%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 31%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 476% on the year.
What is the average export price of lead oxide per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.73 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $2.31 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of lead oxide from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $14.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import lead oxide?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and Peru. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead oxide?
The HS code for lead oxide is heading 2824. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2824.90 (52% of the value) and 2824.10 (48%). It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2824 page.
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