Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $2.9 million (712 tonnes). Value fell 77% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $24.8 million.
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 | $2.9M | 713 t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $11.9M | 848 t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 1.2K t |
Where South Africa exports metal oxides and hydroxides (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $2.3M | 80% |
| Botswana | $149K | 5.2% |
| Canada | $120K | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $94K | 3.2% |
| Angola | $67K | 2.3% |
| Lesotho | $41K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $23K | 0.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 0.7% |
| Uganda | $17K | 0.6% |
| Namibia | $14K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.06 per kg, 80% above the world average of $2.25. 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.
Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $826 thousand (999 tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (40%), China (27%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $331K | 40% |
| China | $223K | 27% |
| Belgium | $68K | 8.2% |
| Turkey | $60K | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 6.8% |
| United States | $43K | 5.3% |
| Germany | $21K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $13K | 1.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $5K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exports (HS 2825.90): 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 2825.90: Inorganic bases, metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2825.
Common questions
What is the value of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 712 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 77% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal oxides and hydroxides (other) from South Africa?
Japan was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Botswana (5%) and Canada (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 357% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.06 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2018 at $24.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also import metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $826 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Belgium. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
The HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other) is subheading 2825.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2825 page.
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