Rubber-coated fabric and tape imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.5 million of rubber-coated fabric and tape in 2024 (228 tonnes). That is 32% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.6 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 | $2.5M | 228 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 289 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 350 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 285 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 336 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 340 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 197 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 212 t |
Where South Africa imports rubber-coated fabric and tape from
Germany alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 56% |
| China | $304K | 12% |
| United States | $221K | 9% |
| Japan | $212K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $76K | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $37K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $23K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.9% |
| France | $20K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.77 per kg, 48% above the world average of $7.29. 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.
Rubber-coated fabric and tape exports from South Africa
Exports of rubber-coated fabric and tape by South Africa reached $1.5 million in 2024 (174 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (42%), Botswana (12%), Japan (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $623K | 42% |
| Botswana | $173K | 12% |
| Japan | $169K | 12% |
| Slovakia | $155K | 11% |
| Eswatini | $74K | 5.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $60K | 4.1% |
| Angola | $45K | 3.1% |
| Lesotho | $45K | 3.1% |
| Zambia | $29K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $23K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rubber-coated fabric and tape imports (HS 5906.10): 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 5906.10: Textile fabrics, rubberised: (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber-coated fabric and tape imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 228 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber-coated fabric and tape to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (12%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber-coated fabric and tape per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.77 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $7.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber-coated fabric and tape to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rubber-coated fabric and tape?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Japan. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $984 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape?
The HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape is subheading 5906.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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