Rubber gaskets and seals imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $80.2 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more 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 | $80.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $69.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $81.5M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $82.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $63.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $88.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $80.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $80.8M | 4.3K t |
Where South Africa imports rubber gaskets and seals from
Most of the value came from United States (20%), China (14%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.8M | 20% |
| China | $11.1M | 14% |
| Germany | $9.8M | 12% |
| Japan | $6.5M | 8.1% |
| Thailand | $5.3M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 5.1% |
| Sweden | $2.7M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $2.4M | 3% |
| France | $2.0M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.49 per kg, close to the world average of $18.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber gaskets and seals exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $30.1 million of rubber gaskets and seals in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (15%), Botswana (13%), Namibia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $4.4M | 15% |
| Botswana | $3.8M | 13% |
| Namibia | $3.7M | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.7M | 12% |
| Mozambique | $3.1M | 10% |
| DR Congo | $2.1M | 6.8% |
| Eswatini | $928K | 3.1% |
| Tanzania | $677K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $580K | 1.9% |
| Angola | $572K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rubber gaskets and seals imports (HS 4016.93): 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 4016.93: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber gaskets and seals imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $80.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber gaskets and seals to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by China (14%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 122 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber gaskets and seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.49 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $18.20 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 gaskets and seals to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $80.8 million in 2017 to $80.2 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2019 at $88.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $78.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rubber gaskets and seals?
Yes. South Africa exported $30.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Botswana and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $50.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets and seals?
The HS code for rubber gaskets and seals is subheading 4016.93. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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