Shaped hardwood imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of shaped hardwood by South Africa reached $6.3 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $13.0 million.
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 | $6.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 9.8K t |
Where South Africa imports shaped hardwood from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (40%), China (22%), Brazil (9%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 40% |
| China | $1.4M | 22% |
| Brazil | $551K | 8.8% |
| Malaysia | $549K | 8.8% |
| Estonia | $245K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $202K | 3.2% |
| Eswatini | $160K | 2.6% |
| Israel | $135K | 2.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $119K | 1.9% |
| Chile | $55K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.30, 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.
Shaped hardwood exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported shaped hardwood worth $2.6 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Lesotho (37%), Namibia (24%), Ghana (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $962K | 37% |
| Namibia | $612K | 24% |
| Ghana | $178K | 6.9% |
| Maldives | $124K | 4.8% |
| Mozambique | $115K | 4.4% |
| Slovakia | $106K | 4.1% |
| Botswana | $95K | 3.7% |
| Zambia | $84K | 3.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $60K | 2.3% |
| Eswatini | $48K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa shaped hardwood imports (HS 4409.29): 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 4409.29: Wood: non-coniferous, other than bamboo or tropical wood, (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed.
Common questions
What is the value of shaped hardwood imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported shaped hardwood worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply shaped hardwood to South Africa?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by China (22%) and Brazil (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of shaped hardwood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of shaped hardwood to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export shaped hardwood?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Namibia and Ghana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for shaped hardwood?
The HS code for shaped hardwood is subheading 4409.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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