Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.8 million of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.3 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 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 629 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 470 t |
Where South Africa imports thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 85% |
| India | $194K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $93K | 2.5% |
| Bulgaria | $75K | 2% |
| Singapore | $57K | 1.5% |
| United States | $51K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $51K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $37K | 1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.53 per kg, 30% below the world average of $3.59, 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.
Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates exports from South Africa
Exports of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates by South Africa reached $486 thousand in 2024 (85 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 71% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $344K | 71% |
| Germany | $49K | 10% |
| DR Congo | $32K | 6.6% |
| Cameroon | $30K | 6.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $15K | 3.1% |
| Malawi | $7K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $5K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 0.9% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates imports (HS 2930.20): 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 2930.20: Organo-sulphur compounds: thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates.
Common questions
What is the value of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 138 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by India (5%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.53 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $3.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 131%. The peak was 2022 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates?
Yes. South Africa exported $486 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Germany and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates?
The HS code for thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates is subheading 2930.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 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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