Polyisobutylene imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported polyisobutylene worth $11.2 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $11.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 2.9K t |
Where South Africa imports polyisobutylene from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $7.3M | 65% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $616K | 5.5% |
| United States | $587K | 5.2% |
| China | $299K | 2.7% |
| France | $249K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $182K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $173K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $98K | 0.9% |
| India | $59K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.97 per kg, close to the world average of $2.12.
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 polyisobutylene imports (HS 3902.20): 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 3902.20: Propylene, other olefin polymers: polyisobutylene in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyisobutylene imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported polyisobutylene worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 135 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyisobutylene to South Africa?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Belgium (14%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 449% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyisobutylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.97 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $2.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyisobutylene to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyisobutylene?
The HS code for polyisobutylene is subheading 3902.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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