Light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $26.3 million (33.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $26.3M | 33.8K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 28.3K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 25.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 16.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 19.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 11.4K t |
Where South Africa imports light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
Eswatini alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $17.4M | 66% |
| Finland | $2.3M | 8.9% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 5.7% |
| Sweden | $631K | 2.4% |
| China | $625K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $542K | 2.1% |
| Austria | $519K | 2% |
| Germany | $457K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $438K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $305K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.78 per kg, 38% below the world average of $1.25, 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.
Light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $11.9 million (15.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (16%), Mozambique (15%), Peru (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 16% |
| Mozambique | $1.7M | 15% |
| Peru | $1.2M | 10% |
| Uganda | $1.0M | 8.6% |
| Kenya | $1.0M | 8.5% |
| Kuwait | $973K | 8.2% |
| Malawi | $768K | 6.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $678K | 5.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $420K | 3.6% |
| Tanzania | $296K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.39): 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 4804.39: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, bleached, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $26.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to South Africa?
Eswatini was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($17.4 million), followed by Finland (9%) and Indonesia (6%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.78 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $1.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $26.3 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. South Africa exported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Mozambique and Peru. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $14.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.39. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 page.
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