Sawn softwood boards (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $4.0 million of sawn softwood boards (other) in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.3 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 | $4.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 10.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 13.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 24.6K t |
Where South Africa exports sawn softwood boards (other) to
Most of it went to Botswana (32%), Lesotho (24%), Mozambique (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.3M | 32% |
| Lesotho | $982K | 24% |
| Mozambique | $410K | 10% |
| Kuwait | $360K | 8.9% |
| Seychelles | $238K | 5.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $145K | 3.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $124K | 3.1% |
| Namibia | $117K | 2.9% |
| Mauritius | $80K | 2% |
| Oman | $56K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.50. 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 softwood boards (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported sawn softwood boards (other) worth $331 thousand (465 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Zambia (16%), Turkey (14%), Angola (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+399% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $54K | 16% |
| Turkey | $47K | 14% |
| Angola | $41K | 12% |
| Belgium | $39K | 12% |
| Finland | $31K | 9.5% |
| Botswana | $30K | 9% |
| China | $29K | 8.9% |
| France | $20K | 5.9% |
| Canada | $9K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $9K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sawn softwood boards (other) exports (HS 4407.19): 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 4407.19: Wood: coniferous species, other than of pine (Pinus spp.) or fir (Abies spp.) or spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn softwood boards (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sawn softwood boards (other) worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 118 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn softwood boards (other) from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Lesotho (24%) and Mozambique (10%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn softwood boards (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn softwood boards (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2017 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import sawn softwood boards (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $331 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia, Turkey and Angola. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn softwood boards (other)?
The HS code for sawn softwood boards (other) is subheading 4407.19. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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