Plasticized PVC film and sheet imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported plasticized pvc film and sheet worth $8.7 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $15.2 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 | $8.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 5.6K t |
Where South Africa imports plasticized pvc film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), Netherlands (14%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 35% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 14% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $696K | 8% |
| Spain | $667K | 7.7% |
| Taiwan | $384K | 4.4% |
| Japan | $377K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $233K | 2.7% |
| Uruguay | $118K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $112K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, close to the world average of $2.89.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plasticized PVC film and sheet exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $706 thousand of plasticized pvc film and sheet in 2024 (131 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (21%), United States (21%), New Zealand (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+908% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $149K | 21% |
| United States | $147K | 21% |
| New Zealand | $137K | 19% |
| Burkina Faso | $103K | 15% |
| Australia | $53K | 7.6% |
| Liberia | $24K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $18K | 2.5% |
| Kenya | $15K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $14K | 2% |
| Malawi | $7K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plasticized pvc film and sheet imports (HS 3920.43): 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 3920.43: Plastics: polymers of vinyl chloride, containing by weight not less than 6% of plasticisers: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plasticized pvc film and sheet imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plasticized pvc film and sheet worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply plasticized pvc film and sheet to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of plasticized pvc film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plasticized pvc film and sheet to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2021 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export plasticized pvc film and sheet?
Yes. South Africa exported $706 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, the United States and New Zealand. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasticized pvc film and sheet?
The HS code for plasticized pvc film and sheet is subheading 3920.43. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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