Rolling mill rolls imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $20.9 million of rolling mill rolls in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $20.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $18.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $20.0M | 5.8K t |
Where South Africa imports rolling mill rolls from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), India (26%), Germany (23%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 29% |
| India | $5.5M | 26% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 23% |
| United States | $1.1M | 5.4% |
| Slovenia | $928K | 4.4% |
| Turkey | $649K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $519K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $417K | 2% |
| Italy | $277K | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $190K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.87 per kg, 30% above the world average of $4.53. 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.
Rolling mill rolls exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported rolling mill rolls worth $15.3 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.0M | 65% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 11% |
| Canada | $975K | 6.4% |
| Taiwan | $744K | 4.9% |
| Brazil | $600K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $413K | 2.7% |
| India | $343K | 2.2% |
| Eswatini | $235K | 1.5% |
| Namibia | $125K | 0.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $96K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rolling mill rolls imports (HS 8455.30): 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 8455.30: Metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of rolling mill rolls imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rolling mill rolls worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 165 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply rolling mill rolls to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by India (26%) and Germany (23%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of rolling mill rolls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.87 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $4.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rolling mill rolls to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.0 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2023 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rolling mill rolls?
Yes. South Africa exported $15.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Belgium and Canada. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rolling mill rolls?
The HS code for rolling mill rolls is subheading 8455.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8455 page.
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