Sawn iroko boards imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.0 million of sawn iroko boards in 2024 (320 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 37% 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 | $2.0M | 320 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 936 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 765 t |
| 2021 | $929K | 713 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 756 t |
| 2019 | $844K | 741 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 427 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa imports sawn iroko boards from
Most of the value came from Cameroon (39%), DR Congo (17%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | $800K | 39% |
| DR Congo | $340K | 17% |
| Italy | $239K | 12% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $232K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $174K | 8.5% |
| Germany | $127K | 6.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $53K | 2.6% |
| Gabon | $47K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $28K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.38 per kg, 423% above the world average of $1.22. 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.
Sawn iroko boards exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported sawn iroko boards worth $206 thousand (97 tonnes). Ireland alone took 65% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $134K | 65% |
| Zambia | $26K | 13% |
| Mauritius | $25K | 12% |
| Seychelles | $15K | 7.2% |
| Eswatini | $5K | 2.4% |
| France | $2K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sawn iroko boards imports (HS 4407.28): 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 4407.28: Wood, tropical: iroko, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn iroko boards imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sawn iroko boards worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 320 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 92 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn iroko boards to South Africa?
Cameroon was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($800 thousand), followed by the DR Congo (17%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest among the top ten, up 265% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn iroko boards per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.38 per kg in 2024, 423% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn iroko boards to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export sawn iroko boards?
Yes. South Africa exported $206 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Zambia and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn iroko boards?
The HS code for sawn iroko boards is subheading 4407.28. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
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