Polyester and viscose rayon blend imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester and viscose rayon blend by South Africa reached $11.0 million in 2024 (946 tonnes). That is 36% more 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 | $11.0M | 946 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 777 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 911 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 610 t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 857 t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 1.3K t |
Where South Africa imports polyester and viscose rayon blend from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.7M | 70% |
| India | $2.8M | 25% |
| Thailand | $416K | 3.8% |
| Eswatini | $110K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $5K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $5K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.65 per kg, 48% above the world average of $7.85. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester and viscose rayon blend exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.3 million of polyester and viscose rayon blend in 2024 (587 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Eswatini accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $2.5M | 58% |
| Mozambique | $1.2M | 29% |
| Zimbabwe | $474K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $94K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.2% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa polyester and viscose rayon blend imports (HS 5515.11): 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 5515.11: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with viscose rayon staple fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and viscose rayon blend imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported polyester and viscose rayon blend worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 946 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester and viscose rayon blend to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by India (25%) and Thailand (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 454% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester and viscose rayon blend per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.65 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $7.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyester and viscose rayon blend to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export polyester and viscose rayon blend?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester and viscose rayon blend?
The HS code for polyester and viscose rayon blend is subheading 5515.11. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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