Spring mattress exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported spring mattress worth $15.1 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 0%. That is 11% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $15.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 2.1K t |
Where South Africa exports spring mattress to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (34%), Lesotho (16%), Zambia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $5.1M | 34% |
| Lesotho | $2.5M | 16% |
| Zambia | $2.0M | 14% |
| Botswana | $2.0M | 13% |
| Mozambique | $969K | 6.4% |
| Eswatini | $839K | 5.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $304K | 2% |
| Angola | $256K | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $214K | 1.4% |
| Malawi | $181K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.25 per kg, 36% above the world average of $4.59. 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.
Spring mattress imports to South Africa
Imports of spring mattress by South Africa reached $778 thousand in 2024 (133 tonnes). Most of the value came from United Kingdom (24%), China (21%), El Salvador (12%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $187K | 24% |
| China | $162K | 21% |
| El Salvador | $95K | 12% |
| Thailand | $90K | 12% |
| Switzerland | $43K | 5.5% |
| Sweden | $34K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $32K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $27K | 3.5% |
| Belgium | $20K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $16K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa spring mattress exports (HS 9404.29): 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 9404.29: Mattresses: of other materials, not cellular rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of spring mattress exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported spring mattress worth $15.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy spring mattress from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Lesotho (16%) and Zambia (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 50 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average export price of spring mattress per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.25 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $4.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of spring mattress from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $15.1 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2019 at $15.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import spring mattress?
Yes. South Africa imported $778 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, China and El Salvador. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for spring mattress?
The HS code for spring mattress is subheading 9404.29. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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