Stainless steel cookware imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported stainless steel cookware worth $24.2 million (16.2 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $36.3 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 | $24.2M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.3M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.3M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $27.7M | 9.8K t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $28.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $30.2M | 9.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.2M | 9.0K t |
Where South Africa imports stainless steel cookware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.5M | 85% |
| India | $1.6M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $534K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $235K | 1% |
| Portugal | $153K | 0.6% |
| France | $151K | 0.6% |
| Mexico | $144K | 0.6% |
| United States | $118K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $84K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $80K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, 79% below the world average of $7.30, 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.
Stainless steel cookware exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported stainless steel cookware worth $6.4 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (26%), Namibia (25%), Eswatini (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+529% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.7M | 26% |
| Namibia | $1.6M | 25% |
| Eswatini | $439K | 6.8% |
| Zambia | $377K | 5.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $286K | 4.5% |
| Lesotho | $236K | 3.7% |
| Mozambique | $191K | 3% |
| Ghana | $176K | 2.7% |
| Seychelles | $147K | 2.3% |
| Mauritius | $134K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa stainless steel cookware imports (HS 7323.93): 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 7323.93: Steel, stainless: table, kitchen and other household articles and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel cookware imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported stainless steel cookware worth $24.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel cookware to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($20.5 million), followed by India (7%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel cookware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $7.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless steel cookware to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.2 million in 2017 to $24.2 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $36.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export stainless steel cookware?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel cookware?
The HS code for stainless steel cookware is subheading 7323.93. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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