Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) worth $37.0 million (8.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 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 | $37.0M | 8.1K t |
| 2023 | $33.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $36.6M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $37.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $28.7M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $45.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2018 | $44.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2017 | $30.7M | 7.6K t |
Where South Africa imports self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Germany (22%), Taiwan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.9M | 32% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 22% |
| Taiwan | $4.9M | 13% |
| Singapore | $3.0M | 8.1% |
| United States | $2.1M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 3% |
| Italy | $620K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $594K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $583K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $568K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.56 per kg, 28% below the world average of $6.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) worth $8.0 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Eswatini (19%), Namibia (17%), Zimbabwe (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.5M | 19% |
| Namibia | $1.3M | 17% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 14% |
| Botswana | $1.0M | 13% |
| Lesotho | $931K | 12% |
| Mozambique | $677K | 8.5% |
| Zambia | $400K | 5% |
| Malawi | $347K | 4.4% |
| DR Congo | $96K | 1.2% |
| Angola | $59K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) imports (HS 3919.10): 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 3919.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) worth $37.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by Germany (22%) and Taiwan (13%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.56 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $6.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.7 million in 2017 to $37.0 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2019 at $45.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls)?
Yes. South Africa exported $8.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Namibia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $29.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls)?
The HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) is subheading 3919.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3919 page.
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