Self-tapping screw imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $20.1 million of self-tapping screw in 2024 (9.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.1M | 9.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $24.1M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $19.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 5.2K t |
Where South Africa imports self-tapping screw from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 55% |
| Taiwan | $3.9M | 20% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $269K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $219K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $217K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $206K | 1% |
| Turkey | $192K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $148K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 43% below the world average of $3.68, 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-tapping screw exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported self-tapping screw worth $1.4 million (302 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (28%), Botswana (21%), Eswatini (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $405K | 28% |
| Botswana | $297K | 21% |
| Eswatini | $160K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $131K | 9.1% |
| Lesotho | $80K | 5.5% |
| Zambia | $79K | 5.5% |
| Mozambique | $49K | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $36K | 2.5% |
| Malawi | $31K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa self-tapping screw imports (HS 7318.14): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 7318.14: Iron or steel: threaded self-tapping screws.
Common questions
What is the value of self-tapping screw imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported self-tapping screw worth $20.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-tapping screw to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Taiwan (19%) and Japan (10%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 390% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-tapping screw per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $3.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of self-tapping screw to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $20.1 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2022 at $24.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export self-tapping screw?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-tapping screw?
The HS code for self-tapping screw is subheading 7318.14. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.