Mop imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mop by South Africa reached $21.5 million in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.5M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $17.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $19.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $15.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 3.0K t |
Where South Africa imports mop from
China alone supplied 71% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.4M | 71% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 11% |
| Pakistan | $877K | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $769K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $454K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $346K | 1.6% |
| United States | $170K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $168K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $131K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $113K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.88 per kg, 35% below the world average of $5.97, 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.
Mop exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported mop worth $8.3 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (22%), Botswana (16%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.9M | 22% |
| Botswana | $1.3M | 16% |
| United States | $964K | 12% |
| Zambia | $906K | 11% |
| Mozambique | $545K | 6.5% |
| Eswatini | $491K | 5.9% |
| Lesotho | $379K | 4.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $349K | 4.2% |
| Angola | $185K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $155K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mop imports (HS 9603.90): 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 9603.90: Brooms, brushes, mops, feather dusters, squeegees, hand operated mechanical floor sweepers: (not motorised), prepared knots and tufts for brooms or brush making n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of mop imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mop worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply mop to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($15.4 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Pakistan (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of mop per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $5.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mop to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export mop?
Yes. South Africa exported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for mop?
The HS code for mop is subheading 9603.90. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
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