Polyester filament multicolor exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.5 million of polyester filament multicolor in 2024 (564 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 110% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $3.5M | 564 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 147 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 155 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 191 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 159 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 88 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 123 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 204 t |
Where South Africa exports polyester filament multicolor to
Botswana alone took 90% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $3.2M | 90% |
| Namibia | $165K | 4.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $84K | 2.4% |
| Eswatini | $38K | 1.1% |
| Lesotho | $32K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $19K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.26 per kg, 49% below the world average of $12.16, 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.
Polyester filament multicolor imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported polyester filament multicolor worth $1.6 million (88 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+308% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $899K | 57% |
| Turkey | $477K | 30% |
| India | $84K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $50K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $13K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $9K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.5% |
| Slovenia | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa polyester filament multicolor exports (HS 5407.93): 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 5407.93: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic filament yarn, of yarns of different colours, n.e.c. in heading no. 5407.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester filament multicolor exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported polyester filament multicolor worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 564 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 99 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 110% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyester filament multicolor from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 90% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Namibia (5%) and Zimbabwe (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 980% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyester filament multicolor per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.26 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $12.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyester filament multicolor from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 185%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import polyester filament multicolor?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and India. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester filament multicolor?
The HS code for polyester filament multicolor is subheading 5407.93. 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 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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