Melamine-formaldehyde resins imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.1 million of melamine-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 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 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 892 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports melamine-formaldehyde resins from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (47%), Norway (24%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 47% |
| Norway | $743K | 24% |
| Germany | $414K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $126K | 4% |
| Slovenia | $105K | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $73K | 2.3% |
| France | $50K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $33K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $23K | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $21K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, 98% above the world average of $1.31. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa melamine-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.20): 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 3909.20: Amino-resins: melamine resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of melamine-formaldehyde resins imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply melamine-formaldehyde resins to South Africa?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Norway (24%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average import price of melamine-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $1.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of melamine-formaldehyde resins to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
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