Synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.1 million of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen in 2024 (394 tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $4.1 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 | $3.1M | 394 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 463 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 462 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 727 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 999 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 571 t |
Where South Africa imports synthetic kitchen and toilet linen from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 81% |
| Pakistan | $347K | 11% |
| India | $136K | 4.4% |
| Mauritius | $60K | 2% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | $12K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.3% |
| United States | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.82 per kg, close to the world average of $7.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic kitchen and toilet linen exports from South Africa
Exports of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen by South Africa reached $223 thousand in 2024 (26 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (27%), Namibia (23%), Zambia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $61K | 27% |
| Namibia | $52K | 23% |
| Zambia | $25K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $17K | 7.5% |
| Eswatini | $15K | 6.9% |
| Mauritius | $11K | 4.8% |
| Singapore | $6K | 2.8% |
| Kenya | $5K | 2.1% |
| Uruguay | $4K | 1.9% |
| United States | $4K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports (HS 6302.93): 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 6302.93: Toilet and kitchen linen: of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported synthetic kitchen and toilet linen worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 394 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic kitchen and toilet linen to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Pakistan (11%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.82 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2020 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export synthetic kitchen and toilet linen?
Yes. South Africa exported $223 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen?
The HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen is subheading 6302.93. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6302 page.
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