Tempered safety glass (general) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $12.9 million of tempered safety glass (general) in 2024 (88.2 thousand tonnes). That is 16% 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 | $12.9M | 88.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $10.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 5.8K t |
Where South Africa imports tempered safety glass (general) from
China alone supplied 93% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.0M | 93% |
| Italy | $177K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $110K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $109K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $104K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $99K | 0.8% |
| United States | $64K | 0.5% |
| India | $51K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $26K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $24K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.15 per kg, 87% below the world average of $1.15, 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.
Tempered safety glass (general) exports from South Africa
Exports of tempered safety glass (general) by South Africa reached $3.4 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (32%), Eswatini (26%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+609% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.1M | 32% |
| Eswatini | $879K | 26% |
| Namibia | $518K | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $169K | 5% |
| Malawi | $135K | 4% |
| Seychelles | $89K | 2.6% |
| Zambia | $86K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $82K | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $81K | 2.4% |
| Mozambique | $72K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 7007.19: Glass: safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels).
Common questions
What is the value of tempered safety glass (general) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tempered safety glass (general) worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 88.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply tempered safety glass (general) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Italy (1%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 468% on the year.
What is the average import price of tempered safety glass (general) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.15 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tempered safety glass (general) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $13.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export tempered safety glass (general)?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Eswatini and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tempered safety glass (general)?
The HS code for tempered safety glass (general) is subheading 7007.19. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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