Stainless steel fitting (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $14.5 million of stainless steel fitting (other) in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $14.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 987 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
Where South Africa exports stainless steel fitting (other) to
Most of it went to Zambia (41%), Germany (12%), Namibia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+692% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $6.0M | 41% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 12% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 9.6% |
| Ghana | $1.1M | 7.8% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 7.6% |
| DR Congo | $864K | 5.9% |
| Mozambique | $362K | 2.5% |
| Eswatini | $287K | 2% |
| Angola | $160K | 1.1% |
| Senegal | $156K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.04 per kg, 70% below the world average of $20.17, 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 fitting (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $9.0 million of stainless steel fitting (other) in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (45%), Taiwan (13%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 45% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $827K | 9.2% |
| South Korea | $553K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $413K | 4.6% |
| Spain | $329K | 3.7% |
| India | $260K | 2.9% |
| United States | $253K | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $200K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $119K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa stainless steel fitting (other) exports (HS 7307.29): 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 7307.29: Steel, stainless: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.2.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel fitting (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported stainless steel fitting (other) worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless steel fitting (other) from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Namibia (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 77 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 692% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless steel fitting (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.04 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $20.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of stainless steel fitting (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 216%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import stainless steel fitting (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Taiwan and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel fitting (other)?
The HS code for stainless steel fitting (other) is subheading 7307.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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