Metal furniture imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $44.9 million of metal furniture in 2024 (29.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $82.3 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 | $44.9M | 29.9K t |
| 2023 | $38.6M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $82.3M | 17.6K t |
| 2021 | $40.4M | 20.2K t |
| 2020 | $27.8M | 41.8K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 17.2K t |
| 2018 | $37.7M | 19.0K t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 20.9K t |
Where South Africa imports metal furniture from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.9M | 73% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 3.9% |
| India | $1.4M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $993K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $802K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $502K | 1.1% |
| United States | $420K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $402K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $329K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, 63% below the world average of $4.09, 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.
Metal furniture exports from South Africa
Exports of metal furniture by South Africa reached $16.3 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (21%), Namibia (15%), Zambia (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $3.4M | 21% |
| Namibia | $2.5M | 15% |
| Zambia | $1.7M | 11% |
| Mozambique | $1.3M | 7.7% |
| DR Congo | $1.1M | 6.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $972K | 6% |
| Eswatini | $811K | 5% |
| Angola | $560K | 3.4% |
| Lesotho | $456K | 2.8% |
| United States | $414K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa metal furniture imports (HS 9403.20): 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 9403.20: Furniture: metal, other than for office use.
Common questions
What is the value of metal furniture imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported metal furniture worth $44.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal furniture to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($32.9 million), followed by Germany (4%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal furniture per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $4.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal furniture to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $44.9 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $82.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export metal furniture?
Yes. South Africa exported $16.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $28.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal furniture?
The HS code for metal furniture is subheading 9403.20. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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