Metal slag (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $14.1 million of metal slag (other) in 2024 (108.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 81% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 35% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $329.8 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 | $14.1M | 108.5K t |
| 2023 | $73.7M | 158.5K t |
| 2022 | $55.8M | 163.6K t |
| 2021 | $142.7M | 333.0K t |
| 2020 | $259.8M | 505.7K t |
| 2019 | $329.8M | 588.9K t |
| 2018 | $297.1M | 538.9K t |
| 2017 | $290.7M | 610.6K t |
Where South Africa exports metal slag (other) to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.7M | 76% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $732K | 5.2% |
| Mozambique | $453K | 3.2% |
| Botswana | $304K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $268K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $225K | 1.6% |
| Lesotho | $87K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $76K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $73K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.13 per kg, 85% below the world average of $0.88, 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 slag (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported metal slag (other) worth $16.1 million (77 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $16.1M | 100% |
| DR Congo | $3K | 0% |
| Mexico | $2K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa metal slag (other) exports (HS 2620.99): 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 2620.99: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly metals or their compounds, n.e.c. in heading no. 2620.
Common questions
What is the value of metal slag (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported metal slag (other) worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 91 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 81% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal slag (other) from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 76% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal slag (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024, 85% below the world average of $0.88 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of metal slag (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $290.7 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, a fall of 95%. The peak was 2019 at $329.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $183.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also import metal slag (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $16.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the DR Congo and Mexico. That compares with exports of $14.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for metal slag (other)?
The HS code for metal slag (other) is subheading 2620.99. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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