Specialty coated paper (other types) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $59.5 million (26.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $59.5M | 26.5K t |
| 2023 | $58.3M | 21.6K t |
| 2022 | $59.2M | 19.5K t |
| 2021 | $60.4M | 21.0K t |
| 2020 | $55.8M | 20.2K t |
| 2019 | $60.9M | 22.8K t |
| 2018 | $67.6M | 24.1K t |
| 2017 | $55.0M | 23.1K t |
Where South Africa imports specialty coated paper (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (44%), China (25%), Belgium (5%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26.4M | 44% |
| China | $14.8M | 25% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 4.8% |
| Austria | $2.8M | 4.8% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 3.4% |
| United States | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| France | $1.2M | 2% |
| Brazil | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $858K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.25 per kg, close to the world average of $2.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialty coated paper (other types) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $5.8 million of specialty coated paper (other types) in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (29%), India (19%), Zimbabwe (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+808% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.6M | 29% |
| India | $1.1M | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 19% |
| Zambia | $558K | 9.7% |
| Botswana | $420K | 7.3% |
| Eswatini | $211K | 3.7% |
| Lesotho | $148K | 2.6% |
| Mozambique | $129K | 2.2% |
| Angola | $116K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $102K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa specialty coated paper (other types) imports (HS 4811.90): 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 4811.90: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper (other types) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $59.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty coated paper (other types) to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($26.4 million), followed by China (25%) and Belgium (5%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.25 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $2.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialty coated paper (other types) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.0 million in 2017 to $59.5 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2018 at $67.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export specialty coated paper (other types)?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, India and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $53.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for specialty coated paper (other types) is subheading 4811.90. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4811 page.
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