Liquefied petroleum gas (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $24.9 million of liquefied petroleum gas (other) in 2024 (26.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $33.5 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 | $24.9M | 26.5K t |
| 2023 | $25.0M | 28.1K t |
| 2022 | $30.7M | 35.0K t |
| 2021 | $33.5M | 36.9K t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 31.7K t |
| 2019 | $25.6M | 33.9K t |
| 2018 | $30.9M | 35.8K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 24.8K t |
Where South Africa exports liquefied petroleum gas (other) to
Most of it went to Zimbabwe (44%), Lesotho (18%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $10.9M | 44% |
| Lesotho | $4.6M | 18% |
| Namibia | $3.8M | 16% |
| Zambia | $2.7M | 11% |
| Malawi | $1.9M | 7.8% |
| Botswana | $460K | 1.9% |
| Eswatini | $374K | 1.5% |
| Tanzania | $23K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $7K | 0% |
| Kenya | $5K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, 40% above the world average of $0.67. 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.
Liquefied petroleum gas (other) imports to South Africa
Imports of liquefied petroleum gas (other) by South Africa reached $601 thousand in 2024 (205 tonnes). China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+541% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $330K | 55% |
| North Macedonia | $160K | 27% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $38K | 6.3% |
| South Korea | $19K | 3.2% |
| France | $13K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.4% |
| United States | $1K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa liquefied petroleum gas (other) exports (HS 2711.19): 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 2711.19: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711.
Common questions
What is the value of liquefied petroleum gas (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported liquefied petroleum gas (other) worth $24.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 116 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy liquefied petroleum gas (other) from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by Lesotho (18%) and Namibia (15%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average export price of liquefied petroleum gas (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $0.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of liquefied petroleum gas (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $24.9 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2021 at $33.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import liquefied petroleum gas (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $601 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, North Macedonia and Switzerland. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquefied petroleum gas (other)?
The HS code for liquefied petroleum gas (other) is subheading 2711.19. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2711 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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