Rhodium semi-manufactured forms exports from South Africa: data and top buyer countries
Exports of rhodium semi-manufactured forms by South Africa reached $563.9 million in 2024 (5 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 38 countries. Value rose 72% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $1.15 billion.
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 | $563.9M | 5 t |
| 2023 | $328.7M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $496.5M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $1.15B | 3 t |
| 2020 | $431.5M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $114.7M | 3 t |
| 2018 | $40.0M | 2 t |
| 2017 | $82.2M | 2 t |
Where South Africa exports rhodium semi-manufactured forms to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 59% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $332.6M | 59% |
| United Kingdom | $94.0M | 17% |
| Germany | $74.4M | 13% |
| Japan | $59.1M | 11% |
| Canada | $3.7M | 0.7% |
| India | $152K | 0% |
Rhodium semi-manufactured forms imports to South Africa
Imports of rhodium semi-manufactured forms by South Africa reached $405 thousand in 2024. One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $405K | 100% |
| United States | $0K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rhodium semi-manufactured forms exports (HS 7110.39): 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 7110.39: Metals: rhodium, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of rhodium semi-manufactured forms exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported rhodium semi-manufactured forms worth $563.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 38 countries worldwide, with 94% of world exports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy rhodium semi-manufactured forms from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($332.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 6 buyer countries in total.
How have exports of rhodium semi-manufactured forms from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $82.2 million in 2017 to $563.9 million in 2024, an increase of 586%. The peak was 2021 at $1.15 billion. Over 8 years the average was $400.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import rhodium semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. South Africa imported $405 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, the United States and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $563.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rhodium semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for rhodium semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7110.39. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7110 page.
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