Sulfates (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $23.3 million of sulfates (other) in 2024 (25.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $23.3M | 25.7K t |
| 2023 | $15.9M | 16.7K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 13.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 10.3K t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 3.6K t |
Where South Africa exports sulfates (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Brazil (41%), China (9%), DR Congo (9%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $9.5M | 41% |
| China | $2.2M | 9.2% |
| DR Congo | $2.1M | 8.9% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 8.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 6.7% |
| Zambia | $997K | 4.3% |
| Argentina | $921K | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $620K | 2.7% |
| Togo | $478K | 2.1% |
| Malawi | $468K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, 57% above the world average of $0.58. 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.
Sulfates (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported sulfates (other) worth $12.6 million (15.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+640% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.0M | 64% |
| Finland | $1.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $891K | 7.1% |
| Mexico | $629K | 5% |
| United States | $600K | 4.8% |
| Czech Republic | $265K | 2.1% |
| India | $251K | 2% |
| Malaysia | $176K | 1.4% |
| France | $99K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $96K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sulfates (other) exports (HS 2833.29): 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 2833.29: Sulphates: n.e.c. in item no. 2833.2.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfates (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sulfates (other) worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 104 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries buy sulfates (other) from South Africa?
Brazil was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by China (9%) and the DR Congo (9%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 48 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average export price of sulfates (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $0.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sulfates (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, an increase of 243%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import sulfates (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $12.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Finland and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfates (other)?
The HS code for sulfates (other) is subheading 2833.29. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2833 page.
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