Plastic toilet seats imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.0 million of plastic toilet seats in 2024 (807 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $2.7 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 | $2.0M | 807 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 682 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 618 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 742 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 690 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 702 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 496 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 852 t |
Where South Africa imports plastic toilet seats from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Egypt (18%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.50 per kg, 55% below the world average of $5.59, 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 toilet seats exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported plastic toilet seats worth $1.6 million (358 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (34%), Namibia (21%), Zimbabwe (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $547K | 34% |
| Namibia | $335K | 21% |
| Zimbabwe | $191K | 12% |
| Botswana | $129K | 7.9% |
| Eswatini | $74K | 4.6% |
| Lesotho | $54K | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $46K | 2.8% |
| Zambia | $38K | 2.3% |
| Malawi | $37K | 2.3% |
| France | $33K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic toilet seats imports (HS 3922.20): 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 3922.20: Plastics: lavatory seats and covers.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic toilet seats imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plastic toilet seats worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 807 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic toilet seats to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($853 thousand), followed by Egypt (18%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic toilet seats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $5.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic toilet seats to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2019 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plastic toilet seats?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Namibia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $394 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for plastic toilet seats?
The HS code for plastic toilet seats is subheading 3922.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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