Plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $2.7 million of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
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 | $2.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 679 t |
| 2022 | $713K | 228 t |
| 2021 | $224K | 82 t |
| 2020 | $47K | 6 t |
| 2019 | $257K | 61 t |
| 2018 | $472K | 135 t |
| 2017 | $445K | 154 t |
Where South Africa exports plied synthetic filament yarn (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.7M | 98% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 0.5% |
| DR Congo | $12K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $9K | 0.3% |
| Eswatini | $4K | 0.2% |
| Gabon | $3K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.39 per kg, 63% below the world average of $6.45, 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.
Plied synthetic filament yarn (other) imports to South Africa
Imports of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) by South Africa reached $600 thousand in 2024 (123 tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $501K | 83% |
| China | $94K | 16% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exports (HS 5402.69): 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 5402.69: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported plied synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 87 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries buy plied synthetic filament yarn (other) from South Africa?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Zimbabwe (0%) and the DR Congo (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average export price of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.39 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $6.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $445 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 512%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $829 thousand a year.
Does South Africa also import plied synthetic filament yarn (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $600 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for plied synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.69. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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