Non-malleable cast iron articles imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.6 million of non-malleable cast iron articles in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.7 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 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 3.7K t |
Where South Africa imports non-malleable cast iron articles from
The largest suppliers were France (35%), China (27%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.6M | 35% |
| China | $1.2M | 27% |
| India | $711K | 16% |
| Germany | $302K | 6.6% |
| Ecuador | $224K | 4.9% |
| United States | $179K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $133K | 2.9% |
| Denmark | $52K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $25K | 0.6% |
| Luxembourg | $23K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.77 per kg, 69% above the world average of $2.23. 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.
Non-malleable cast iron articles exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported non-malleable cast iron articles worth $490 thousand (328 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (33%), Zimbabwe (13%), Lesotho (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $160K | 33% |
| Zimbabwe | $63K | 13% |
| Lesotho | $62K | 13% |
| Eswatini | $52K | 11% |
| Botswana | $42K | 8.6% |
| DR Congo | $20K | 4.1% |
| Zambia | $16K | 3.3% |
| Senegal | $16K | 3.3% |
| Mozambique | $16K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa non-malleable cast iron articles imports (HS 7325.10): 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 7325.10: Iron: articles of non-malleable cast iron.
Common questions
What is the value of non-malleable cast iron articles imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported non-malleable cast iron articles worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-malleable cast iron articles to South Africa?
France was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (27%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-malleable cast iron articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.77 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of non-malleable cast iron articles to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export non-malleable cast iron articles?
Yes. South Africa exported $490 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zimbabwe and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-malleable cast iron articles?
The HS code for non-malleable cast iron articles is subheading 7325.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7325 page.
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