Packing sacks (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $16.8 million of packing sacks (other) in 2024 (6.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 151 countries. Value rose 38% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $16.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 3.9K t |
Where South Africa exports packing sacks (other) to
Botswana alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $8.6M | 51% |
| Namibia | $4.9M | 29% |
| Eswatini | $1.4M | 8.1% |
| Lesotho | $664K | 4% |
| Mozambique | $469K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $403K | 2.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $192K | 1.2% |
| Zambia | $72K | 0.4% |
| Burkina Faso | $31K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $28K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 43% below the world average of $4.43, 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.
Packing sacks (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $379 thousand of packing sacks (other) in 2024 (480 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Morocco (24%), Namibia (23%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $89K | 24% |
| Namibia | $88K | 23% |
| China | $80K | 21% |
| India | $55K | 15% |
| Lesotho | $14K | 3.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $11K | 3% |
| Eswatini | $11K | 3% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 1.2% |
| France | $3K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa packing sacks (other) exports (HS 6305.90): 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 6305.90: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials).
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported packing sacks (other) worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 151 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy packing sacks (other) from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Namibia (29%) and Eswatini (8%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Burkina Faso grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average export price of packing sacks (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $4.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of packing sacks (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import packing sacks (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $379 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Morocco, Namibia and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks (other)?
The HS code for packing sacks (other) is subheading 6305.90. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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