Sulfonamide imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sulfonamide by South Africa reached $2.4 million in 2024 (457 tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.8 million.
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 | $2.4M | 457 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 392 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 406 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 338 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 233 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 214 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 359 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 225 t |
Where South Africa imports sulfonamide from
Most of the value came from China (46%), India (21%), United States (15%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 46% |
| India | $507K | 21% |
| United States | $363K | 15% |
| Italy | $252K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $47K | 2% |
| Indonesia | $32K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $12K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 2935
| 2935.90 | Sulphonamides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2935 | 98% |
| 2935.10 | Sulphonamides: N-methylperfluorooctane sulphonamide | 1.3% |
| 2935.50 | Sulphonamides: other perfluorooctane sulphonamides | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2935.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.17 per kg, 96% below the world average of $118.12, 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.
Sulfonamide exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported sulfonamide worth $384 thousand (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+367% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $247K | 64% |
| India | $42K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $35K | 9% |
| Mozambique | $25K | 6.6% |
| Namibia | $21K | 5.6% |
| Ghana | $4K | 1.1% |
| Tunisia | $3K | 0.8% |
| Lesotho | $2K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.2% |
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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 2935: Sulphonamides.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfonamide imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sulfonamide worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 457 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulfonamide to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by India (21%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average import price of sulfonamide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.17 per kg in 2024, 96% below the world average of $118.12 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of sulfonamide to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export sulfonamide?
Yes. South Africa exported $384 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, India and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfonamide?
The HS code for sulfonamide is heading 2935. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2935.90 (98% of the value) and 2935.10 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2935 page.
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