Plastic and rubber injection molds imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported plastic and rubber injection molds worth $47.5 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $88.2 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 | $47.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $61.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $62.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $80.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $88.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $41.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $40.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $68.6M | 3.8K t |
Where South Africa imports plastic and rubber injection molds from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Italy (11%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Luxembourg grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.1M | 49% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 10% |
| India | $2.9M | 6% |
| Australia | $2.0M | 4.2% |
| Luxembourg | $1.8M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $963K | 2% |
| Turkey | $905K | 1.9% |
| United States | $888K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $676K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.34 per kg, close to the world average of $20.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic and rubber injection molds exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $6.9 million of plastic and rubber injection molds in 2024 (392 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Belgium (33%), Mexico (17%), Portugal (12%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.2M | 33% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 17% |
| Portugal | $849K | 12% |
| Russia | $483K | 7% |
| South Korea | $465K | 6.8% |
| Malaysia | $308K | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $300K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $236K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $185K | 2.7% |
| China | $159K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic and rubber injection molds imports (HS 8480.71): 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 8480.71: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber injection molds imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plastic and rubber injection molds worth $47.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber injection molds to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($23.1 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber injection molds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.34 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $20.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber injection molds to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.6 million in 2017 to $47.5 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2020 at $88.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plastic and rubber injection molds?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Mexico and Portugal. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $40.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber injection molds?
The HS code for plastic and rubber injection molds is subheading 8480.71. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8480 page.
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