Refined copper other forms exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $249.3 million of refined copper other forms in 2024 (25.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 120 countries. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $249.3M | 25.7K t |
| 2023 | $228.0M | 24.1K t |
| 2022 | $184.6M | 22.2K t |
| 2021 | $151.7M | 17.1K t |
| 2020 | $62.4M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $32.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $91.6M | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $66.0M | 11.8K t |
Where South Africa exports refined copper other forms to
China alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $236.2M | 95% |
| Hong Kong | $12.8M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $224K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $6K | 0% |
| Spain | $5K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $2K | 0% |
| Mauritania | $2K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.69 per kg, close to the world average of $8.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined copper other forms imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.6 million of refined copper other forms in 2024 (143 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $825K | 52% |
| DR Congo | $296K | 19% |
| France | $158K | 9.9% |
| China | $128K | 8% |
| Italy | $119K | 7.5% |
| United States | $43K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.5% |
| Zambia | $6K | 0.4% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa refined copper other forms exports (HS 7403.19): 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 7403.19: Copper: refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.1.
Common questions
What is the value of refined copper other forms exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported refined copper other forms worth $249.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 120 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined copper other forms from South Africa?
China was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($236.2 million), followed by Hong Kong (5%) and South Korea (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 17% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined copper other forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.69 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $8.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of refined copper other forms from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $66.0 million in 2017 to $249.3 million in 2024, an increase of 278%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $133.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import refined copper other forms?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zimbabwe, the DR Congo and France. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $247.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined copper other forms?
The HS code for refined copper other forms is subheading 7403.19. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
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