Thiazole compounds (unfused) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of thiazole compounds (unfused) by South Africa reached $9.3 million in 2024 (229 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $16.6 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 | $9.3M | 229 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 198 t |
| 2022 | $16.1M | 395 t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 215 t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 178 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 139 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 113 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 81 t |
Where South Africa imports thiazole compounds (unfused) from
China alone supplied 63% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 63% |
| India | $3.3M | 35% |
| United States | $59K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $41K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $19K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $15K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $4K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.67 per kg, 59% below the world average of $98.84, 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa thiazole compounds (unfused) imports (HS 2934.10): 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 2934.10: Heterocyclic compounds: containing an unfused thiazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure.
Common questions
What is the value of thiazole compounds (unfused) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported thiazole compounds (unfused) worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 229 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 140 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply thiazole compounds (unfused) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by India (35%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of thiazole compounds (unfused) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.67 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $98.84 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of thiazole compounds (unfused) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 486%. The peak was 2021 at $16.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for thiazole compounds (unfused)?
The HS code for thiazole compounds (unfused) is subheading 2934.10. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2934 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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