Rubber solutions and dispersions exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of rubber solutions and dispersions by South Africa reached $2.6 million in 2024 (300 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 82% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 300 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 150 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 199 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 153 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 223 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 241 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 347 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 219 t |
Where South Africa exports rubber solutions and dispersions to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (22%), Zambia (21%), Liberia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Sierra Leone grew fastest (+540% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $573K | 22% |
| Zambia | $548K | 21% |
| Liberia | $421K | 16% |
| Sierra Leone | $355K | 14% |
| Mozambique | $238K | 9.2% |
| Ghana | $102K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $49K | 1.9% |
| Botswana | $49K | 1.9% |
| Senegal | $48K | 1.9% |
| Mali | $39K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.62 per kg, 50% above the world average of $5.75. 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 solutions and dispersions imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $334 thousand of rubber solutions and dispersions in 2024 (62 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $171K | 51% |
| India | $65K | 19% |
| United States | $36K | 11% |
| France | $22K | 6.6% |
| China | $18K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $9K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $9K | 2.6% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rubber solutions and dispersions exports (HS 4005.20): 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 4005.20: Rubber: unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber solutions and dispersions exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported rubber solutions and dispersions worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 300 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 68 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 82% on 2023.
Which countries buy rubber solutions and dispersions from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($573 thousand), followed by Zambia (21%) and Liberia (16%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 27 buyer countries in total. Sierra Leone grew fastest among the top ten, up 540% on the year.
What is the average export price of rubber solutions and dispersions per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $5.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rubber solutions and dispersions from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import rubber solutions and dispersions?
Yes. South Africa imported $334 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber solutions and dispersions?
The HS code for rubber solutions and dispersions is subheading 4005.20. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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