Pine logs (large) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $6.9 million of pine logs (large) in 2024 (197.9 thousand tonnes). That is 54% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.8 million.
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 | $6.9M | 197.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 122.3K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 146.9K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 145.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 143.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 139.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 120.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 53.1K t |
Where South Africa exports pine logs (large) to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 51% |
| India | $2.5M | 37% |
| Sri Lanka | $240K | 3.5% |
| Indonesia | $234K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $93K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $59K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $35K | 0.5% |
| Namibia | $34K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $33K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $24K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.03 per kg, 75% below the world average of $0.12, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa pine logs (large) exports (HS 4403.21): 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 4403.21: Wood: coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which any cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of pine logs (large) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported pine logs (large) worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 197.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 71 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries buy pine logs (large) from South Africa?
China was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by India (37%) and Sri Lanka (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average export price of pine logs (large) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.03 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $0.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of pine logs (large) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 242%. The peak was 2022 at $9.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for pine logs (large)?
The HS code for pine logs (large) is subheading 4403.21. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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