Metal statuettes imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported metal statuettes worth $4.0 million (829 tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.6 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 | $4.0M | 829 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 775 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 795 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 662 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 570 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 849 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 815 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 721 t |
Where South Africa imports metal statuettes from
China alone supplied 65% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 65% |
| India | $715K | 18% |
| Pakistan | $91K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $82K | 2% |
| South Korea | $61K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $61K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $43K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $42K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $35K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.86 per kg, 52% below the world average of $10.15, 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 statuettes exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported metal statuettes worth $1.6 million (158 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (33%), United States (10%), Botswana (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $512K | 33% |
| United States | $162K | 10% |
| Botswana | $126K | 8.1% |
| Australia | $125K | 8% |
| France | $103K | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $55K | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $45K | 2.9% |
| Ghana | $43K | 2.8% |
| Eswatini | $32K | 2.1% |
| Lesotho | $29K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa metal statuettes imports (HS 8306.29): 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 8306.29: Statuettes and other ornaments: of base metal other than plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal statuettes imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported metal statuettes worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 829 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal statuettes to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by India (18%) and Pakistan (2%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 76 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal statuettes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.86 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $10.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal statuettes to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export metal statuettes?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, the United States and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal statuettes?
The HS code for metal statuettes is subheading 8306.29. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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