Raw animal hair (other types) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw animal hair (other types) by South Africa reached $3.2 million in 2024 (217 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. That is 36% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.4 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 | $3.2M | 217 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 229 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 155 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 271 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 170 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 178 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 269 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 228 t |
Where South Africa exports raw animal hair (other types) to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (41%), China (37%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+688% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.3M | 41% |
| China | $1.2M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $486K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $74K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $70K | 2.2% |
| India | $40K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $14K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $10K | 0.3% |
| Eswatini | $6K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.85 per kg, 36% below the world average of $23.18, 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.
Raw animal hair (other types) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported raw animal hair (other types) worth $11.9 million (871 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 78 countries. One supplier dominates: Lesotho accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $8.2M | 69% |
| United States | $2.7M | 23% |
| Australia | $719K | 6.1% |
| New Zealand | $145K | 1.2% |
| Argentina | $77K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $12K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa raw animal hair (other types) exports (HS 5102.19): 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 5102.19: Hair: fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats.
Common questions
What is the value of raw animal hair (other types) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported raw animal hair (other types) worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 217 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 55 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw animal hair (other types) from South Africa?
Italy was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (37%) and the United Kingdom (15%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 688% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw animal hair (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.85 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $23.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of raw animal hair (other types) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2021 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import raw animal hair (other types)?
Yes. South Africa imported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Lesotho, the United States and Australia. That compares with exports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for raw animal hair (other types)?
The HS code for raw animal hair (other types) is subheading 5102.19. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5102 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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