Rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.3 million of rods and wire for soldering and brazing in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.0 million.
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 | $4.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 938 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 2.2K t |
Where South Africa imports rods and wire for soldering and brazing from
China alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 63% |
| India | $717K | 17% |
| France | $158K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $150K | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $98K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $88K | 2.1% |
| United States | $65K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $62K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $46K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $45K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.70 per kg, 78% below the world average of $7.86, 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.
Rods and wire for soldering and brazing exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported rods and wire for soldering and brazing worth $4.1 million (867 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Zambia (24%), Zimbabwe (16%), Botswana (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $996K | 24% |
| Zimbabwe | $644K | 16% |
| Botswana | $639K | 16% |
| Tanzania | $267K | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $212K | 5.2% |
| Eswatini | $201K | 4.9% |
| DR Congo | $185K | 4.5% |
| China | $183K | 4.5% |
| Namibia | $174K | 4.3% |
| Malawi | $109K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports (HS 8311.30): 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 8311.30: Rods and wire: coated rods and cored wire, of base metal, for soldering, brazing or welding by flame.
Common questions
What is the value of rods and wire for soldering and brazing imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rods and wire for soldering and brazing worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply rods and wire for soldering and brazing to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (17%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of rods and wire for soldering and brazing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $7.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rods and wire for soldering and brazing to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2017 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. That compares with imports of $4.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
The HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing is subheading 8311.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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