Sanitary ware other imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sanitary ware other by South Africa reached $7.5 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 19% 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 | $7.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 671 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 718 t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 853 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 645 t |
Where South Africa imports sanitary ware other from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 84% |
| United Arab Emirates | $259K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $235K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $176K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $146K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $73K | 1% |
| United States | $65K | 0.9% |
| Portugal | $57K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $49K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $30K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.97 per kg, 24% below the world average of $9.21, 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.
Sanitary ware other exports from South Africa
Exports of sanitary ware other by South Africa reached $7.4 million in 2024 (876 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (22%), Namibia (19%), Zimbabwe (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.6M | 22% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $865K | 12% |
| Zambia | $573K | 7.7% |
| Eswatini | $414K | 5.6% |
| Mozambique | $354K | 4.8% |
| DR Congo | $243K | 3.3% |
| Uganda | $219K | 2.9% |
| Malawi | $208K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $202K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sanitary ware other imports (HS 7324.90): 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 7324.90: Iron or steel: sanitary ware and parts thereof, excluding sinks, wash basins and baths.
Common questions
What is the value of sanitary ware other imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sanitary ware other worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply sanitary ware other to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (3%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of sanitary ware other per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.97 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $9.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sanitary ware other to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2018 at $8.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export sanitary ware other?
Yes. South Africa exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe. That compares with imports of $7.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for sanitary ware other?
The HS code for sanitary ware other is subheading 7324.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7324 page.
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