Mixed xylene isomers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported mixed xylene isomers worth $21.1 million (19.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 164 countries. That is 33% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $31.5 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 | $21.1M | 19.7K t |
| 2023 | $31.5M | 49.5K t |
| 2022 | $23.6M | 19.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 23.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 18.7K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 19.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 18.0K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 20.7K t |
Where South Africa imports mixed xylene isomers from
Most of the value came from Belgium (25%), South Korea (21%), Switzerland (16%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+329% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $5.2M | 25% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 21% |
| Switzerland | $3.4M | 16% |
| Israel | $3.1M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 7.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.0M | 4.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $210K | 1% |
| Germany | $176K | 0.8% |
| China | $29K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, close to the world average of $1.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mixed xylene isomers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $367 thousand of mixed xylene isomers in 2024 (217 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $211K | 58% |
| Zambia | $84K | 23% |
| Morocco | $26K | 6.9% |
| Malawi | $21K | 5.8% |
| Namibia | $20K | 5.3% |
| Eswatini | $2K | 0.6% |
| Madagascar | $2K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0.2% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mixed xylene isomers imports (HS 2902.44): 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 2902.44: Cyclic hydrocarbons: mixed xylene isomers.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed xylene isomers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mixed xylene isomers worth $21.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 164 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed xylene isomers to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by South Korea (21%) and Switzerland (16%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 329% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed xylene isomers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mixed xylene isomers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $21.1 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $31.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export mixed xylene isomers?
Yes. South Africa exported $367 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Morocco. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed xylene isomers?
The HS code for mixed xylene isomers is subheading 2902.44. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 page.
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