Nonmetal oxides (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported nonmetal oxides (other) worth $2.4 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 39% 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 | $2.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 762 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 364 t |
| 2021 | $945K | 270 t |
| 2020 | $980K | 648 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 791 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa imports nonmetal oxides (other) from
Most of the value came from Belgium (30%), Hungary (13%), Poland (13%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+571% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $720K | 30% |
| Hungary | $318K | 13% |
| Poland | $313K | 13% |
| France | $308K | 13% |
| Morocco | $222K | 9.3% |
| Germany | $176K | 7.4% |
| Austria | $138K | 5.8% |
| China | $129K | 5.4% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.13 per kg, close to the world average of $2.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Nonmetal oxides (other) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $425 thousand of nonmetal oxides (other) in 2024 (182 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (22%), Botswana (15%), Netherlands (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $94K | 22% |
| Botswana | $64K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 8.5% |
| Namibia | $35K | 8.2% |
| Mozambique | $30K | 7.1% |
| Kenya | $29K | 6.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $28K | 6.6% |
| Zambia | $17K | 4.1% |
| Guinea | $17K | 3.9% |
| Uganda | $14K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa nonmetal oxides (other) imports (HS 2811.29): 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 2811.29: Inorganic oxygen compounds: of non-metals, n.e.c. in item no. 2811.2.
Common questions
What is the value of nonmetal oxides (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported nonmetal oxides (other) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply nonmetal oxides (other) to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($720 thousand), followed by Hungary (13%) and Poland (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 571% on the year.
What is the average import price of nonmetal oxides (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.13 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $2.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of nonmetal oxides (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export nonmetal oxides (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $425 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for nonmetal oxides (other)?
The HS code for nonmetal oxides (other) is subheading 2811.29. 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 2811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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