Plastic ornaments and statuettes imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic ornaments and statuettes by South Africa reached $11.8 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.1 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 | $11.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $19.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $21.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 650 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 732 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 663 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 616 t |
Where South Africa imports plastic ornaments and statuettes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.0M | 93% |
| Vietnam | $173K | 1.5% |
| France | $126K | 1.1% |
| United States | $115K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $47K | 0.4% |
| India | $46K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $20K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $17K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 48% below the world average of $7.36, 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.
Plastic ornaments and statuettes exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported plastic ornaments and statuettes worth $461 thousand (59 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (15%), Namibia (13%), Malawi (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+621% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $70K | 15% |
| Namibia | $59K | 13% |
| Malawi | $48K | 10% |
| Mozambique | $38K | 8.1% |
| Kenya | $36K | 7.8% |
| United States | $28K | 6.1% |
| Zambia | $28K | 6% |
| Botswana | $23K | 5% |
| Eswatini | $19K | 4.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $15K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic ornaments and statuettes imports (HS 3926.40): 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 3926.40: Plastics: statuettes and other ornamental articles.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic ornaments and statuettes imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plastic ornaments and statuettes worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic ornaments and statuettes to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by Vietnam (1%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic ornaments and statuettes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $7.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic ornaments and statuettes to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, an increase of 269%. The peak was 2022 at $21.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plastic ornaments and statuettes?
Yes. South Africa exported $461 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Namibia and Malawi. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic ornaments and statuettes?
The HS code for plastic ornaments and statuettes is subheading 3926.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3926 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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