Titanium scrap imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.3 million of titanium scrap in 2024 (482 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 16% from 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 482 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 541 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 460 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 571 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 241 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 633 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 530 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 547 t |
Where South Africa imports titanium scrap from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (23%), United Arab Emirates (19%), South Korea (19%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $757K | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $621K | 19% |
| South Korea | $619K | 19% |
| Poland | $541K | 16% |
| Singapore | $462K | 14% |
| Malaysia | $116K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $102K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $73K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.82 per kg, close to the world average of $6.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa titanium scrap imports (HS 8108.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 8108.30: Titanium: waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium scrap imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported titanium scrap worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 482 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 62 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium scrap to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($757 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (19%) and South Korea (19%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.82 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $6.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of titanium scrap to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium scrap?
The HS code for titanium scrap is subheading 8108.30. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds South Africa trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for South Africa
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.