Printed single sheets and leaflets exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $10.4 million of printed single sheets and leaflets in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $44.0 million.
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 | $10.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $44.0M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa exports printed single sheets and leaflets to
Most of it went to Mozambique (27%), Eswatini (26%), Namibia (20%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $2.9M | 28% |
| Eswatini | $2.7M | 26% |
| Namibia | $2.1M | 20% |
| United States | $590K | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $497K | 4.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $451K | 4.3% |
| Botswana | $239K | 2.3% |
| Nigeria | $210K | 2% |
| Lesotho | $197K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $177K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, 73% below the world average of $8.11, 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.
Printed single sheets and leaflets imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $6.2 million of printed single sheets and leaflets in 2024 (517 tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+243% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.3M | 54% |
| China | $1.3M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $501K | 8.1% |
| United States | $345K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $167K | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $120K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $77K | 1.2% |
| France | $71K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $61K | 1% |
| Ireland | $44K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa printed single sheets and leaflets exports (HS 4901.10): 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 4901.10: Printed matter: in single sheets, whether or not folded.
Common questions
What is the value of printed single sheets and leaflets exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported printed single sheets and leaflets worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy printed single sheets and leaflets from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Eswatini (26%) and Namibia (20%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 93 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average export price of printed single sheets and leaflets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $8.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of printed single sheets and leaflets from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2020 at $44.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also import printed single sheets and leaflets?
Yes. South Africa imported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed single sheets and leaflets?
The HS code for printed single sheets and leaflets is subheading 4901.10. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4901 page.
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