Rodenticide imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $33.1 million of rodenticide in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $33.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $23.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $25.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 3.9K t |
Where South Africa imports rodenticide from
The largest suppliers were Germany (43%), China (24%), United States (6%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $14.2M | 43% |
| China | $8.0M | 24% |
| United States | $2.0M | 6% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 4.6% |
| India | $1.4M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 4% |
| Italy | $669K | 2% |
| Brazil | $587K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $362K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.47 per kg, 28% above the world average of $4.27. 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.
Rodenticide exports from South Africa
Exports of rodenticide by South Africa reached $32.6 million in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Zambia (29%), Eswatini (10%), Namibia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $9.4M | 29% |
| Eswatini | $3.1M | 9.5% |
| Namibia | $3.1M | 9.5% |
| Singapore | $2.4M | 7.4% |
| Tanzania | $2.2M | 6.8% |
| Botswana | $2.1M | 6.5% |
| Uganda | $2.0M | 6% |
| Kenya | $1.7M | 5.1% |
| Mozambique | $646K | 2% |
| DR Congo | $638K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rodenticide imports (HS 3808.99): 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 3808.99: Rodenticides and other similar products n.e.c. in heading no. 3808.9: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of rodenticide imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rodenticide worth $33.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply rodenticide to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by China (24%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of rodenticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.47 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $4.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rodenticide to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $33.1 million in 2024, an increase of 147%. The peak was 2023 at $33.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rodenticide?
Yes. South Africa exported $32.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Eswatini and Namibia. That compares with imports of $33.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rodenticide?
The HS code for rodenticide is subheading 3808.99. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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