Rowing boats and canoes exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $11.2 million of rowing boats and canoes in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 58% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $26.9 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 | $11.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $23.8M | 751 t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 420 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 305 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 374 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 314 t |
Where South Africa exports rowing boats and canoes to
The largest buyer markets were United States (19%), Br. Virgin Isds (15%), Maldives (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+479% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 19% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $1.7M | 15% |
| Maldives | $1.4M | 12% |
| Norway | $724K | 6.4% |
| Seychelles | $538K | 4.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $364K | 3.2% |
| Australia | $354K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $318K | 2.8% |
| Mauritius | $292K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $261K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.37 per kg, 67% below the world average of $25.56, 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.
Rowing boats and canoes imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $4.3 million of rowing boats and canoes in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from United States (44%), Mexico (26%), Tunisia (7%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+645% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 44% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 26% |
| Tunisia | $298K | 6.9% |
| China | $245K | 5.7% |
| Japan | $188K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $158K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $113K | 2.6% |
| New Zealand | $111K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $77K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rowing boats and canoes exports (HS 8903.99): 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 8903.99: Yachts and other vessels: for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes, n.e.c. in heading no. 8903, other than inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of rowing boats and canoes exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported rowing boats and canoes worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries buy rowing boats and canoes from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Br. Virgin Isds (15%) and the Maldives (12%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 479% on the year.
What is the average export price of rowing boats and canoes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.37 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $25.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rowing boats and canoes from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2023 at $26.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import rowing boats and canoes?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Mexico and Tunisia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for rowing boats and canoes?
The HS code for rowing boats and canoes is subheading 8903.99. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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