Makeup brush imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of makeup brush by South Africa reached $3.2 million in 2024 (181 tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.2M | 181 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 76 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 98 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 97 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 93 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 95 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 87 t |
Where South Africa imports makeup brush from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 80% |
| Germany | $184K | 5.8% |
| Spain | $91K | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $90K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 2.1% |
| United States | $46K | 1.5% |
| France | $35K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $28K | 0.9% |
| Mauritius | $18K | 0.6% |
| India | $17K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.41 per kg, 36% below the world average of $27.33, 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.
Makeup brush exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported makeup brush worth $338 thousand (28 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (25%), Namibia (23%), Eswatini (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+536% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $84K | 25% |
| Namibia | $78K | 23% |
| Eswatini | $41K | 12% |
| Zambia | $24K | 7.1% |
| Mozambique | $19K | 5.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $16K | 4.6% |
| Ireland | $15K | 4.5% |
| Lesotho | $12K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $8K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa makeup brush imports (HS 9603.30): 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 9603.30: Brushes: artists' brushes, writing brushes and similar brushes for the application of cosmetics.
Common questions
What is the value of makeup brush imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported makeup brush worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 181 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply makeup brush to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Germany (6%) and Spain (3%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average import price of makeup brush per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.41 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $27.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of makeup brush to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export makeup brush?
Yes. South Africa exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for makeup brush?
The HS code for makeup brush is subheading 9603.30. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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