Organo-inorganic compounds (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of organo-inorganic compounds (other) by South Africa reached $12.8 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.9 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 | $12.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $14.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $39.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $30.3M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $19.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $20.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $24.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $25.8M | 6.7K t |
Where South Africa imports organo-inorganic compounds (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), India (27%), Germany (26%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 30% |
| India | $3.4M | 27% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 27% |
| Netherlands | $593K | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $305K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $224K | 1.8% |
| United States | $183K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $183K | 1.4% |
| Israel | $147K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $139K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.70 per kg, close to the world average of $6.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Organo-inorganic compounds (other) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $727 thousand of organo-inorganic compounds (other) in 2024 (127 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Senegal (38%), Angola (19%), Nigeria (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $278K | 38% |
| Angola | $142K | 20% |
| Nigeria | $81K | 11% |
| Rwanda | $54K | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 3.7% |
| Zambia | $27K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $15K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 1.8% |
| Namibia | $13K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa organo-inorganic compounds (other) imports (HS 2931.90): 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 2931.90: Organo-inorganic compounds: other than tetramethyl lead, tetraethyl lead, tributyltin compounds, and other organo-phosphorus derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of organo-inorganic compounds (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported organo-inorganic compounds (other) worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 173 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply organo-inorganic compounds (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by India (27%) and Germany (26%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of organo-inorganic compounds (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.70 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $6.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of organo-inorganic compounds (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.8 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2022 at $39.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export organo-inorganic compounds (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $727 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Angola and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $12.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for organo-inorganic compounds (other)?
The HS code for organo-inorganic compounds (other) is subheading 2931.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2931 page.
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