Plied synthetic staple yarn (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported plied synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $2.7 million (215 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 117 countries. Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 73% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.0 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 | $2.7M | 215 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 333 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 121 t |
| 2021 | $62K | 9 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 146 t |
| 2019 | $606K | 49 t |
| 2018 | $462K | 53 t |
| 2017 | $57K | 74 t |
Where South Africa imports plied synthetic staple yarn (other) from
China alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 98% |
| France | $27K | 1% |
| United States | $25K | 1% |
| Eswatini | $5K | 0.2% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.34 per kg, close to the world average of $10.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plied synthetic staple yarn (other) imports (HS 5509.42): 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 5509.42: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of plied synthetic staple yarn (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported plied synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 215 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 117 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply plied synthetic staple yarn (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by France (1%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 720% on the year.
What is the average import price of plied synthetic staple yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.34 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $10.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plied synthetic staple yarn (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied synthetic staple yarn (other)?
The HS code for plied synthetic staple yarn (other) is subheading 5509.42. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 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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