Plastic zipper imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic zipper by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (646 tonnes). That is 5% less 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 646 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 522 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 630 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 618 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 526 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 512 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 584 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 454 t |
Where South Africa imports plastic zipper from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 50% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 50% |
| Eswatini | $1.4M | 44% |
| Turkey | $81K | 2.5% |
| Lesotho | $32K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $25K | 0.8% |
| France | $23K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $6K | 0.2% |
| United States | $5K | 0.2% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.06 per kg, 55% below the world average of $11.26, 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 zipper exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.6 million of plastic zipper in 2024 (228 tonnes). Most of it went to Lesotho (47%), Eswatini (20%), Zimbabwe (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $1.2M | 47% |
| Eswatini | $510K | 20% |
| Zimbabwe | $193K | 7.5% |
| Botswana | $170K | 6.6% |
| Kenya | $113K | 4.4% |
| Namibia | $91K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $74K | 2.9% |
| Mozambique | $70K | 2.7% |
| Madagascar | $64K | 2.5% |
| Mauritius | $38K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plastic zipper imports (HS 9607.19): 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 9607.19: Slide fasteners: other than those fitted with chain scoops of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic zipper imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plastic zipper worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 646 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic zipper to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Eswatini (44%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic zipper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.06 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $11.26 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 zipper to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. The peak was 2021 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plastic zipper?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $687 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for plastic zipper?
The HS code for plastic zipper is subheading 9607.19. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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