Stainless steel sinks imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported stainless steel sinks worth $8.5 million (715 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% 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 | $8.5M | 715 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 718 t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 624 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 972 t |
Where South Africa imports stainless steel sinks from
China alone supplied 67% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 67% |
| Italy | $773K | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $505K | 6% |
| Spain | $278K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $234K | 2.8% |
| India | $197K | 2.3% |
| Greece | $133K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $129K | 1.5% |
| Mexico | $117K | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $113K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.88 per kg, 51% above the world average of $7.89. 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.
Stainless steel sinks exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $3.9 million of stainless steel sinks in 2024 (493 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (26%), Botswana (18%), Zimbabwe (13%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.0M | 26% |
| Botswana | $690K | 18% |
| Zimbabwe | $519K | 13% |
| Eswatini | $322K | 8.3% |
| Zambia | $318K | 8.2% |
| Mozambique | $310K | 8% |
| Lesotho | $136K | 3.5% |
| Malawi | $107K | 2.7% |
| DR Congo | $103K | 2.6% |
| Mauritius | $72K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa stainless steel sinks imports (HS 7324.10): 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 7324.10: Steel: sinks and wash basins, of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel sinks imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported stainless steel sinks worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 715 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel sinks to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by Italy (9%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 418% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel sinks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.88 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $7.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stainless steel sinks to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export stainless steel sinks?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel sinks?
The HS code for stainless steel sinks is subheading 7324.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7324 page.
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