Toothbrush imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported toothbrush worth $13.9 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.7 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 | $13.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 419 t |
| 2022 | $22.7M | 763 t |
| 2021 | $15.5M | 564 t |
| 2020 | $12.2M | 477 t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 652 t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 696 t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 616 t |
Where South Africa imports toothbrush from
Most of the value came from China (33%), India (24%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.6M | 33% |
| India | $3.3M | 24% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 14% |
| Vietnam | $1.6M | 12% |
| Ireland | $873K | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $537K | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $260K | 1.9% |
| Hungary | $165K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $139K | 1% |
| Spain | $89K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.07 per kg, 34% below the world average of $18.22, 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.
Toothbrush exports from South Africa
Exports of toothbrush by South Africa reached $3.8 million in 2024 (150 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (42%), Namibia (29%), Eswatini (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.6M | 42% |
| Namibia | $1.1M | 29% |
| Eswatini | $312K | 8.2% |
| Lesotho | $297K | 7.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $149K | 3.9% |
| Zambia | $132K | 3.4% |
| Mozambique | $110K | 2.9% |
| Angola | $38K | 1% |
| DR Congo | $20K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $10K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa toothbrush imports (HS 9603.21): 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 9603.21: Brushes: toothbrushes.
Common questions
What is the value of toothbrush imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported toothbrush worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply toothbrush to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by India (24%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of toothbrush per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.07 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $18.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of toothbrush to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $22.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export toothbrush?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for toothbrush?
The HS code for toothbrush is subheading 9603.21. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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