Saturated polyester resins imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported saturated polyester resins worth $24.3 million (8.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 7% from 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 | $24.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $26.3M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $26.3M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $27.9M | 9.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $20.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2018 | $26.5M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $21.3M | 8.0K t |
Where South Africa imports saturated polyester resins from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Germany (18%), Italy (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Luxembourg grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 20% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 18% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 9% |
| Singapore | $1.9M | 8% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 7.5% |
| India | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Sweden | $987K | 4.1% |
| Luxembourg | $907K | 3.7% |
| Taiwan | $772K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $718K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.80 per kg, close to the world average of $3.04.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Saturated polyester resins exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported saturated polyester resins worth $5.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (30%), Zambia (12%), Namibia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+314% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.5M | 30% |
| Zambia | $621K | 13% |
| Namibia | $466K | 9.4% |
| Botswana | $432K | 8.7% |
| Mauritius | $343K | 6.9% |
| Uganda | $220K | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $220K | 4.4% |
| Mozambique | $153K | 3.1% |
| Ghana | $131K | 2.6% |
| Tanzania | $104K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa saturated polyester resins imports (HS 3907.99): 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 3907.99: Polyesters: n.e.c. in heading no. 3907, saturated, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of saturated polyester resins imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported saturated polyester resins worth $24.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply saturated polyester resins to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Luxembourg grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of saturated polyester resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.80 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $3.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of saturated polyester resins to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.3 million in 2017 to $24.3 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $27.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export saturated polyester resins?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $19.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for saturated polyester resins?
The HS code for saturated polyester resins is subheading 3907.99. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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