Other glass articles imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported other glass articles worth $11.1 million (7.5 thousand tonnes). That is 4% more than in 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 | $11.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 675 t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.5M | 4.7K t |
Where South Africa imports other glass articles from
China alone supplied 79% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.8M | 79% |
| Germany | $943K | 8.5% |
| United States | $627K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $165K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $114K | 1% |
| India | $69K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $68K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $61K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $38K | 0.3% |
| France | $27K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, 87% below the world average of $11.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other glass articles exports from South Africa
Exports of other glass articles by South Africa reached $1.5 million in 2024 (404 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (21%), Zimbabwe (17%), Botswana (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $313K | 22% |
| Zimbabwe | $244K | 17% |
| Botswana | $237K | 16% |
| Lesotho | $115K | 7.9% |
| Eswatini | $102K | 7% |
| Zambia | $72K | 4.9% |
| Malawi | $60K | 4.1% |
| Kenya | $56K | 3.8% |
| Mauritius | $39K | 2.6% |
| Mozambique | $37K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 7020: Glass; articles n.e.c. in chapter 70.
Common questions
What is the value of other glass articles imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported other glass articles worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply other glass articles to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($8.8 million), followed by Germany (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average import price of other glass articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $11.15 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of other glass articles to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.5 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $12.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export other glass articles?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for other glass articles?
The HS code for other glass articles is heading 7020. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7020.00. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7020 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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