Mica products imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported mica products worth $2.2 million (144 tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $2.2M | 144 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 124 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 117 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 149 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 77 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 134 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 108 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 88 t |
Where South Africa imports mica products from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (25%), United Kingdom (18%), South Korea (14%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+587% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $554K | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $397K | 18% |
| South Korea | $297K | 14% |
| China | $237K | 11% |
| Austria | $236K | 11% |
| Japan | $149K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $109K | 5% |
| Italy | $79K | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $35K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $27K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 6814
| 6814.10 | Mica: plates, sheets and strips of agglomerated or reconstituted mica, whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials | 81% |
| 6814.90 | Mica: worked mica and articles of mica (excluding plates, sheets and strips) whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials | 19% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6814.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.17 per kg, 54% above the world average of $9.88. 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.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 6814: Mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of mica products imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mica products worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply mica products to South Africa?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($554 thousand), followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and South Korea (14%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of mica products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.17 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $9.88 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of mica products to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2023 at $2.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for mica products?
The HS code for mica products is heading 6814. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 6814.10 (81% of the value) and 6814.90 (19%). It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6814 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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