Saturated acyclic hydrocarbons exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported saturated acyclic hydrocarbons worth $30.5 million (16.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 54% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $65.9 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 | $30.5M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $65.9M | 36.7K t |
| 2022 | $56.4M | 29.9K t |
| 2021 | $34.9M | 23.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 2.5K t |
Where South Africa exports saturated acyclic hydrocarbons to
Saudi Arabia alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $28.1M | 92% |
| Zambia | $1.5M | 5% |
| Zimbabwe | $541K | 1.8% |
| Malawi | $260K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $74K | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | $17K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $14K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 0% |
| Seychelles | $7K | 0% |
| Angola | $6K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.89 per kg, 311% above the world average of $0.46. 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.
Saturated acyclic hydrocarbons imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported saturated acyclic hydrocarbons worth $12.4 million (9.3 thousand tonnes). United States alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.3M | 51% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 15% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 11% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 9.1% |
| Israel | $664K | 5.4% |
| China | $345K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $315K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $120K | 1% |
| Greece | $111K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $93K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa saturated acyclic hydrocarbons exports (HS 2901.10): 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 2901.10: Acyclic hydrocarbons: saturated.
Common questions
What is the value of saturated acyclic hydrocarbons exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported saturated acyclic hydrocarbons worth $30.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 99 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries buy saturated acyclic hydrocarbons from South Africa?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($28.1 million), followed by Zambia (5%) and Zimbabwe (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average export price of saturated acyclic hydrocarbons per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.89 per kg in 2024, 311% above the world average of $0.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of saturated acyclic hydrocarbons from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $30.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $65.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import saturated acyclic hydrocarbons?
Yes. South Africa imported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Belgium and Singapore. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for saturated acyclic hydrocarbons?
The HS code for saturated acyclic hydrocarbons is subheading 2901.10. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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