Roasted iron pyrite exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of roasted iron pyrite by South Africa reached $25.3 million in 2024 (43.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 50 countries for exports of this product. That is 69% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $81.3 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 | $25.3M | 43.0K t |
| 2023 | $81.3M | 660.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 39.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 55.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 34.3K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 30.1K t |
| 2018 | $14.5M | 79.6K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 43.0K t |
Where South Africa exports roasted iron pyrite to
United Kingdom alone took 83% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $21.0M | 83% |
| Mozambique | $4.2M | 17% |
| Tanzania | $76K | 0.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $10K | 0% |
| Belize | $9K | 0% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 354% above the world average of $0.13. 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa roasted iron pyrite exports (HS 2601.20): 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 2601.20: Iron pyrites: roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of roasted iron pyrite exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported roasted iron pyrite worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 50 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 69% on 2023.
Which countries buy roasted iron pyrite from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($21.0 million), followed by Mozambique (16%) and Tanzania (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 754% on the year.
What is the average export price of roasted iron pyrite per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 354% above the world average of $0.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of roasted iron pyrite from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. The peak was 2023 at $81.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for roasted iron pyrite?
The HS code for roasted iron pyrite is subheading 2601.20. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2601 page.
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