Mannequins imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.8 million of mannequins in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.9 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 | $2.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 843 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 915 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 723 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 435 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 805 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 743 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 698 t |
Where South Africa imports mannequins from
China alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 85% |
| Spain | $80K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $74K | 2.6% |
| Lithuania | $72K | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $48K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $41K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $19K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $13K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $11K | 0.4% |
| France | $10K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, 83% below the world average of $13.40, 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.
Mannequins exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $486 thousand of mannequins in 2024 (36 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (13%), Mauritius (11%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+984% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $65K | 13% |
| Mauritius | $55K | 11% |
| China | $45K | 9.3% |
| India | $41K | 8.4% |
| Namibia | $41K | 8.4% |
| Australia | $39K | 7.9% |
| Mozambique | $35K | 7.2% |
| Eswatini | $31K | 6.3% |
| Lesotho | $22K | 4.5% |
| Vietnam | $14K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 9618: Tailors' dummies and other lay figures; automata and other animated displays used for shop window dressing.
Common questions
What is the value of mannequins imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mannequins worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply mannequins to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Spain (3%) and the Netherlands (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 786% on the year.
What is the average import price of mannequins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $13.40 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of mannequins to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2017 at $4.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export mannequins?
Yes. South Africa exported $486 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Mauritius and China. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for mannequins?
The HS code for mannequins is heading 9618. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9618.00. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9618 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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