Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) by South Africa reached $10.6 million in 2024 (14.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 73% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | 14.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 4.2K t |
Where South Africa imports mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.6M | 63% |
| Indonesia | $1.4M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 12% |
| China | $735K | 6.9% |
| Poland | $318K | 3% |
| Italy | $102K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $38K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $36K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.75 per kg, 51% below the world average of $1.53, 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.
Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $8.0 million of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Namibia (44%), Botswana (36%), Mozambique (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.6M | 44% |
| Botswana | $2.9M | 36% |
| Mozambique | $570K | 7.1% |
| Eswatini | $295K | 3.7% |
| Zambia | $187K | 2.3% |
| DR Congo | $149K | 1.9% |
| Lesotho | $92K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $83K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $69K | 0.9% |
| Mauritius | $58K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imports (HS 4802.69): 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 4802.69: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded).
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 204 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) to South Africa?
India was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Indonesia (13%) and the United Arab Emirates (12%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 175% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.75 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $1.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 203%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets)?
Yes. South Africa exported $8.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets)?
The HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) is subheading 4802.69. 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 4802 page.
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