Nickel sulfate exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of nickel sulfate by South Africa reached $93.5 million in 2024 (18.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 52 countries. That is 53% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% a year on average.
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 | $93.5M | 18.7K t |
| 2023 | $61.1M | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $24.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $55.0M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $17.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 1.9K t |
Where South Africa exports nickel sulfate to
Indonesia alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $47.1M | 50% |
| China | $12.1M | 13% |
| South Korea | $10.5M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $6.2M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $3.9M | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Philippines | $1.8M | 2% |
| United States | $1.7M | 1.8% |
| Japan | $721K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.00 per kg, 36% above the world average of $3.68. 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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The shipment records behind South Africa nickel sulfate exports (HS 2833.24): 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 2833.24: Sulphates: of nickel.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel sulfate exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported nickel sulfate worth $93.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 52 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel sulfate from South Africa?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($47.1 million), followed by China (13%) and South Korea (11%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 188% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel sulfate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.00 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $3.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of nickel sulfate from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $93.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $34.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel sulfate?
The HS code for nickel sulfate is subheading 2833.24. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2833 page.
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