Stainless steel mesh imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of stainless steel mesh by South Africa reached $4.2 million in 2024 (463 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 31% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.2M | 463 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 979 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 456 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 332 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 329 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 276 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 283 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 340 t |
Where South Africa imports stainless steel mesh from
Most of the value came from China (33%), United States (31%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 33% |
| United States | $1.3M | 31% |
| Germany | $606K | 15% |
| Thailand | $331K | 8% |
| Taiwan | $170K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $123K | 3% |
| Austria | $47K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $41K | 1% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.96 per kg, close to the world average of $8.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Stainless steel mesh exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported stainless steel mesh worth $3.5 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Botswana (19%), Namibia (16%), Zambia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $675K | 19% |
| Namibia | $567K | 16% |
| Zambia | $310K | 8.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $277K | 7.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $267K | 7.6% |
| Eswatini | $181K | 5.2% |
| Mozambique | $166K | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $160K | 4.6% |
| Lesotho | $119K | 3.4% |
| DR Congo | $112K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa stainless steel mesh imports (HS 7314.14): 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 7314.14: Iron or steel: woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery).
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel mesh imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported stainless steel mesh worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 463 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel mesh to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (31%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.96 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $8.45 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 mesh to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export stainless steel mesh?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. That compares with imports of $4.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel mesh?
The HS code for stainless steel mesh is subheading 7314.14. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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