Steel angles and T-sections exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $2.9 million of steel angles and t-sections in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $6.7 million.
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 | $2.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 11.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 6.5K t |
Where South Africa exports steel angles and t-sections to
The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (47%), Zambia (14%), Namibia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.4M | 48% |
| Zambia | $416K | 14% |
| Namibia | $342K | 12% |
| Botswana | $280K | 9.6% |
| DR Congo | $193K | 6.6% |
| Malawi | $150K | 5.1% |
| China | $57K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $46K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $17K | 0.6% |
| Lesotho | $16K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.89 per kg, close to the world average of $0.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel angles and T-sections imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $340 thousand of steel angles and t-sections in 2024 (477 tonnes). China alone supplied 87% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $297K | 87% |
| Zambia | $32K | 9.3% |
| France | $6K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa steel angles and t-sections exports (HS 7216.40): 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 7216.40: Iron or non-alloy steel: L or T sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel angles and t-sections exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported steel angles and t-sections worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 89 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel angles and t-sections from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Zambia (14%) and Namibia (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel angles and t-sections per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.89 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $0.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of steel angles and t-sections from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2019 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import steel angles and t-sections?
Yes. South Africa imported $340 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Zambia and France. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel angles and t-sections?
The HS code for steel angles and t-sections is subheading 7216.40. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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