Plastic storage tanks exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plastic storage tanks by South Africa reached $6.3 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 27% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa exports plastic storage tanks to
Most of it went to Eswatini (27%), Lesotho (19%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.7M | 28% |
| Lesotho | $1.2M | 19% |
| Zambia | $973K | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $611K | 9.6% |
| Namibia | $567K | 8.9% |
| Mozambique | $379K | 6% |
| DR Congo | $273K | 4.3% |
| Malawi | $154K | 2.4% |
| Botswana | $142K | 2.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $35K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, 40% below the world average of $3.86, 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 storage tanks imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported plastic storage tanks worth $3.0 million (679 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Botswana (36%), India (32%), Spain (19%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.1M | 36% |
| India | $959K | 32% |
| Spain | $556K | 19% |
| Italy | $112K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $110K | 3.7% |
| China | $43K | 1.5% |
| Eswatini | $21K | 0.7% |
| Slovenia | $20K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $15K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic storage tanks exports (HS 3925.10): 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 3925.10: Plastics: builders' ware, reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers of a capacity exceeding 300 litres.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic storage tanks exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported plastic storage tanks worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 150 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic storage tanks from South Africa?
Eswatini was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Lesotho (19%) and Zambia (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 165% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic storage tanks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic storage tanks from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import plastic storage tanks?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Botswana, India and Spain. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic storage tanks?
The HS code for plastic storage tanks is subheading 3925.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3925 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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