Threaded screws and bolts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of threaded screws and bolts by South Africa reached $8.8 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 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 | $8.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 3.2K t |
Where South Africa imports threaded screws and bolts from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Germany (16%), Thailand (9%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 37% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 16% |
| Thailand | $800K | 9.1% |
| United States | $712K | 8.1% |
| Taiwan | $535K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $375K | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $264K | 3% |
| India | $226K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $198K | 2.3% |
| France | $192K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.30 per kg, close to the world average of $4.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Threaded screws and bolts exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.1 million of threaded screws and bolts in 2024 (905 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (19%), Zambia (15%), Mozambique (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $783K | 19% |
| Zambia | $622K | 15% |
| Mozambique | $528K | 13% |
| Botswana | $400K | 9.8% |
| Eswatini | $350K | 8.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $300K | 7.4% |
| DR Congo | $175K | 4.3% |
| Lesotho | $125K | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $71K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $65K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa threaded screws and bolts imports (HS 7318.19): 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 7318.19: Iron or steel: threaded screws, bolts and nuts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1.
Common questions
What is the value of threaded screws and bolts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported threaded screws and bolts worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply threaded screws and bolts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Germany (16%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average import price of threaded screws and bolts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.30 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $4.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of threaded screws and bolts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2017 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export threaded screws and bolts?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zambia and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for threaded screws and bolts?
The HS code for threaded screws and bolts is subheading 7318.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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