Rosin oil imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported rosin oil worth $2.2 million (609 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 87% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.2M | 609 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 372 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 560 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 637 t |
| 2020 | $892K | 360 t |
| 2019 | $927K | 395 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 471 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 400 t |
Where South Africa imports rosin oil from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (47%), South Korea (20%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $1.0M | 47% |
| South Korea | $452K | 20% |
| Germany | $247K | 11% |
| Belgium | $219K | 9.9% |
| China | $117K | 5.3% |
| India | $77K | 3.5% |
| United States | $41K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $12K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.63 per kg, 51% above the world average of $2.40. 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.
Rosin oil exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $874 thousand of rosin oil in 2024 (207 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (28%), United States (20%), Vietnam (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+509% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $249K | 29% |
| United States | $174K | 20% |
| Vietnam | $119K | 14% |
| Namibia | $95K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 6.4% |
| Madagascar | $55K | 6.3% |
| Kenya | $35K | 4% |
| Eswatini | $25K | 2.9% |
| Botswana | $18K | 2.1% |
| Malawi | $13K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rosin oil imports (HS 3806.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3806.90: Rosin: spirit and oils, n.e.c. in heading no. 3806.
Common questions
What is the value of rosin oil imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rosin oil worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 609 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 150 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply rosin oil to South Africa?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by South Korea (20%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of rosin oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.63 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $2.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rosin oil to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rosin oil?
Yes. South Africa exported $874 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, the United States and Vietnam. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rosin oil?
The HS code for rosin oil is subheading 3806.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for South Africa
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.