Mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported mixed mechanical-chemical pulp worth $3.7 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 224% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.9 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 | $3.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $766K | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $48K | 91 t |
| 2019 | $0K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $1K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $1K | 1 t |
Where South Africa exports mixed mechanical-chemical pulp to
Saudi Arabia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.7M | 100% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.10, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exports (HS 4706.93): 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 4706.93: Pulp: of fibrous cellulosic material, other than of bamboo or fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or from cotton linters pulp, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported mixed mechanical-chemical pulp worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 55 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy mixed mechanical-chemical pulp from South Africa?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Zimbabwe (0%) and Lesotho (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 10% on the year.
What is the average export price of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $8.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
The HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp is subheading 4706.93. It sits in HS chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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