Nickel alloy rods imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of nickel alloy rods by South Africa reached $2.4 million in 2024 (31 tonnes). That is 86% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $2.4M | 31 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 46 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 42 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 36 t |
| 2020 | $584K | 26 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 29 t |
| 2018 | $701K | 22 t |
| 2017 | $527K | 18 t |
Where South Africa imports nickel alloy rods from
The largest suppliers were Germany (46%), Denmark (26%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+794% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 46% |
| Denmark | $645K | 27% |
| China | $173K | 7.1% |
| Canada | $164K | 6.7% |
| India | $95K | 3.9% |
| United States | $89K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $54K | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $38K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $14K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $79.07 per kg, 112% above the world average of $37.33. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa nickel alloy rods imports (HS 7505.12): 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 7505.12: Nickel: bars, rods and profiles, of nickel alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel alloy rods imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported nickel alloy rods worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 138 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel alloy rods to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Denmark (26%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel alloy rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $79.07 per kg in 2024, 112% above the world average of $37.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel alloy rods to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $527 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 362%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy rods?
The HS code for nickel alloy rods is subheading 7505.12. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7505 page.
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