Sawn oak boards imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sawn oak boards by South Africa reached $13.3 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% 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 | $13.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 9.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 8.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 8.6K t |
Where South Africa imports sawn oak boards from
United States alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.5M | 71% |
| France | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| Italy | $771K | 5.8% |
| Chile | $431K | 3.3% |
| Canada | $250K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $229K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $155K | 1.2% |
| China | $153K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $147K | 1.1% |
| Croatia | $133K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.83 per kg, 55% above the world average of $1.18. 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 oak boards exports from South Africa
Exports of sawn oak boards by South Africa reached $217 thousand in 2024 (247 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (35%), Kuwait (21%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $77K | 35% |
| Kuwait | $45K | 21% |
| Namibia | $33K | 15% |
| Botswana | $22K | 9.9% |
| Maldives | $17K | 7.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $11K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $5K | 2.4% |
| Malawi | $3K | 1.4% |
| Eswatini | $3K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sawn oak boards imports (HS 4407.91): 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 4407.91: Wood: oak (Quercus spp.), 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 oak boards imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sawn oak boards worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 156 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn oak boards to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by France (9%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn oak boards per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $1.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn oak boards to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $13.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export sawn oak boards?
Yes. South Africa exported $217 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Kuwait and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn oak boards?
The HS code for sawn oak boards is subheading 4407.91. 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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