Rough logs (other species) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of rough logs (other species) by South Africa reached $6.3 million in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 93% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $13.4 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 | $6.3M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 7.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 24.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 20.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 28.9K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 51.1K t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 56.1K t |
Where South Africa exports rough logs (other species) to
One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+444% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $4.2M | 67% |
| Philippines | $494K | 7.8% |
| India | $394K | 6.2% |
| Namibia | $221K | 3.5% |
| Lesotho | $177K | 2.8% |
| China | $160K | 2.5% |
| United States | $154K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $73K | 1.2% |
| Botswana | $65K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $56K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 114% above the world average of $0.22. 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.
Rough logs (other species) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $276 thousand of rough logs (other species) in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (46%), Namibia (43%), Zambia (7%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $127K | 46% |
| Namibia | $120K | 43% |
| Zambia | $20K | 7.4% |
| China | $4K | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $3K | 1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Lebanon | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rough logs (other species) exports (HS 4403.99): 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 4403.99: Wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403.
Common questions
What is the value of rough logs (other species) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported rough logs (other species) worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 123 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 93% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough logs (other species) from South Africa?
Senegal was the largest buyer with 67% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by the Philippines (8%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 476% on the year.
What is the average export price of rough logs (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $0.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rough logs (other species) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2017 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import rough logs (other species)?
Yes. South Africa imported $276 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough logs (other species)?
The HS code for rough logs (other species) is subheading 4403.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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