Prepared mortars and concretes exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported prepared mortars and concretes worth $2.4 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $974K | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa exports prepared mortars and concretes to
Most of it went to Zimbabwe (21%), Botswana (14%), Zambia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $500K | 21% |
| Botswana | $328K | 14% |
| Zambia | $276K | 12% |
| DR Congo | $243K | 10% |
| Mozambique | $160K | 6.7% |
| Mauritius | $152K | 6.4% |
| Nigeria | $143K | 6% |
| Namibia | $117K | 4.9% |
| Lesotho | $97K | 4.1% |
| Tanzania | $79K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.60 per kg, 114% above the world average of $0.28. 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.
Prepared mortars and concretes imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.1 million of prepared mortars and concretes in 2024 (994 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (30%), Spain (10%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $338K | 31% |
| Spain | $113K | 10% |
| China | $108K | 9.7% |
| Italy | $95K | 8.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $83K | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $63K | 5.7% |
| France | $62K | 5.6% |
| Denmark | $58K | 5.2% |
| Singapore | $57K | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $41K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa prepared mortars and concretes exports (HS 3824.50): 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 3824.50: Mortars and concretes: non-refractory.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared mortars and concretes exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported prepared mortars and concretes worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 127 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared mortars and concretes from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($500 thousand), followed by Botswana (14%) and Zambia (12%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 467% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared mortars and concretes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.60 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $0.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared mortars and concretes from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $974 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2023 at $2.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import prepared mortars and concretes?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Spain and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared mortars and concretes?
The HS code for prepared mortars and concretes is subheading 3824.50. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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