Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $10.6 million (8.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.3 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 | $10.6M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 13.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 10.6K t |
Where South Africa imports light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were Sweden (36%), Brazil (17%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $3.8M | 36% |
| Brazil | $1.8M | 17% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 13% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 12% |
| Finland | $957K | 9% |
| Germany | $705K | 6.7% |
| Australia | $166K | 1.6% |
| China | $138K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $110K | 1% |
| Estonia | $99K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 23% above the world average of $1.04. 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.
Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from South Africa
Exports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Peru alone took 69% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $1.4M | 69% |
| Zimbabwe | $183K | 9% |
| Zambia | $72K | 3.5% |
| Chile | $71K | 3.5% |
| Kenya | $70K | 3.5% |
| Namibia | $59K | 2.9% |
| Australia | $54K | 2.7% |
| India | $32K | 1.6% |
| Botswana | $28K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.31): 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 4804.31: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, 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 unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to South Africa?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Brazil (17%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Estonia grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $1.04 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $15.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Peru, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.31. 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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