Polyamide film and sheet imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported polyamide film and sheet worth $4.8 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 32% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.9 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 | $4.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 931 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 667 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 712 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 767 t |
Where South Africa imports polyamide film and sheet from
Poland alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $3.0M | 63% |
| China | $751K | 16% |
| Italy | $293K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $270K | 5.6% |
| Indonesia | $143K | 3% |
| Belgium | $93K | 1.9% |
| United States | $50K | 1% |
| India | $44K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $28K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 22% below the world average of $4.34, 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa polyamide film and sheet imports (HS 3920.92): 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 3920.92: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyamides, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyamide film and sheet imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported polyamide film and sheet worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyamide film and sheet to South Africa?
Poland was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (16%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyamide film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $4.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyamide film and sheet to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyamide film and sheet?
The HS code for polyamide film and sheet is subheading 3920.92. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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