Textured nylon yarn (coarse) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported textured nylon yarn (coarse) worth $3.0 million (611 tonnes). Value rose 68% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $3.0M | 611 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 312 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 463 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 312 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 331 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 368 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 383 t |
| 2017 | $909K | 175 t |
Where South Africa exports textured nylon yarn (coarse) to
Brazil alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $3.0M | 100% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.88 per kg, close to the world average of $5.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Textured nylon yarn (coarse) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.3 million of textured nylon yarn (coarse) in 2024 (329 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (40%), India (34%), China (27%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $526K | 40% |
| India | $444K | 34% |
| China | $353K | 27% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa textured nylon yarn (coarse) exports (HS 5402.32): 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 5402.32: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of textured nylon yarn (coarse) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported textured nylon yarn (coarse) worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 611 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 74 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries buy textured nylon yarn (coarse) from South Africa?
Brazil was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Tanzania (0%) and Botswana (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average export price of textured nylon yarn (coarse) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of textured nylon yarn (coarse) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $909 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 227%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import textured nylon yarn (coarse)?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, India and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for textured nylon yarn (coarse)?
The HS code for textured nylon yarn (coarse) is subheading 5402.32. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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