Polysulfones and polysulfides imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported polysulfones and polysulfides worth $15.6 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.8 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 | $15.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $21.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 3.7K t |
Where South Africa imports polysulfones and polysulfides from
The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), China (12%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.6M | 49% |
| China | $1.8M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 9.5% |
| France | $1.2M | 7.9% |
| United States | $797K | 5.1% |
| South Korea | $648K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $386K | 2.5% |
| India | $364K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $268K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $259K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.11 per kg, close to the world average of $4.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polysulfones and polysulfides exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $842 thousand of polysulfones and polysulfides in 2024 (240 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (12%), Kenya (11%), Singapore (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $100K | 12% |
| Kenya | $92K | 11% |
| Singapore | $91K | 11% |
| Angola | $90K | 11% |
| Ghana | $59K | 7% |
| Zimbabwe | $52K | 6.1% |
| Namibia | $50K | 6% |
| Tanzania | $48K | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 5.1% |
| Mozambique | $41K | 4.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa polysulfones and polysulfides imports (HS 3911.90): 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 3911.90: Polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polysulfones and polysulfides imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported polysulfones and polysulfides worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 191 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply polysulfones and polysulfides to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by China (12%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average import price of polysulfones and polysulfides per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.11 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polysulfones and polysulfides to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2022 at $21.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export polysulfones and polysulfides?
Yes. South Africa exported $842 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Kenya and Singapore. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polysulfones and polysulfides?
The HS code for polysulfones and polysulfides is subheading 3911.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3911 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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