Plastic monofilament (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $10.9 million of plastic monofilament (other) in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 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 | $10.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 2.1K t |
Where South Africa imports plastic monofilament (other) from
Most of the value came from China (36%), Germany (18%), Poland (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 36% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 18% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 12% |
| Belgium | $949K | 8.7% |
| United States | $431K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $426K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $410K | 3.8% |
| France | $216K | 2% |
| India | $210K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $130K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.27 per kg, close to the world average of $6.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic monofilament (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of plastic monofilament (other) by South Africa reached $3.1 million in 2024 (534 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Vietnam (23%), United States (19%), Namibia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $714K | 23% |
| United States | $596K | 20% |
| Namibia | $275K | 9% |
| DR Congo | $237K | 7.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $209K | 6.8% |
| Switzerland | $154K | 5% |
| Botswana | $148K | 4.8% |
| Zambia | $94K | 3.1% |
| Malawi | $87K | 2.9% |
| Eswatini | $87K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic monofilament (other) imports (HS 3916.90): 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 3916.90: Plastics: monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic monofilament (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plastic monofilament (other) worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic monofilament (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Poland (12%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 61% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.27 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $6.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic monofilament (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $11.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plastic monofilament (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Vietnam, the United States and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for plastic monofilament (other) is subheading 3916.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3916 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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