Malaria diagnostic test kits exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported malaria diagnostic test kits worth $3.2 million (35 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 772% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $3.2M | 35 t |
| 2023 | $363K | 6 t |
| 2022 | $641K | 17 t |
| 2021 | $189K | 2 t |
| 2020 | $271K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $194K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $389K | 14 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 4 t |
Where South Africa exports malaria diagnostic test kits to
India alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 57% |
| Botswana | $438K | 14% |
| DR Congo | $210K | 6.6% |
| Zambia | $186K | 5.9% |
| Madagascar | $180K | 5.7% |
| Malawi | $172K | 5.4% |
| Namibia | $84K | 2.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $16K | 0.5% |
| Ghana | $9K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $90.02 per kg, 91% above the world average of $47.16. 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.
Malaria diagnostic test kits imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported malaria diagnostic test kits worth $350 thousand (13 tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (33%), Netherlands (16%), South Korea (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $117K | 33% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 16% |
| South Korea | $40K | 11% |
| Germany | $37K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 7.4% |
| India | $24K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $18K | 5.1% |
| Mauritius | $14K | 4.1% |
| China | $5K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $5K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa malaria diagnostic test kits exports (HS 3002.11): 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 3002.11: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products: malaria diagnostic test kits.
Common questions
What is the value of malaria diagnostic test kits exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported malaria diagnostic test kits worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 97 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 772% on 2023.
Which countries buy malaria diagnostic test kits from South Africa?
India was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Botswana (14%) and the DR Congo (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 892% on the year.
What is the average export price of malaria diagnostic test kits per kg?
The average declared export value was about $90.02 per kg in 2024, 91% above the world average of $47.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of malaria diagnostic test kits from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $836 thousand a year.
Does South Africa also import malaria diagnostic test kits?
Yes. South Africa imported $350 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, the Netherlands and South Korea. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for malaria diagnostic test kits?
The HS code for malaria diagnostic test kits is subheading 3002.11. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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