Tufted nylon carpet exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of tufted nylon carpet by South Africa reached $8.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 3% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 2.0K t |
Where South Africa exports tufted nylon carpet to
The largest buyer markets were New Zealand (32%), Australia (24%), Belgium (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+597% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $2.8M | 32% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 24% |
| Belgium | $827K | 9.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $575K | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $517K | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $350K | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $193K | 2.2% |
| Ghana | $154K | 1.8% |
| United States | $140K | 1.6% |
| Botswana | $128K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.88 per kg, close to the world average of $5.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tufted nylon carpet imports to South Africa
Imports of tufted nylon carpet by South Africa reached $5.9 million in 2024 (977 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (36%), Netherlands (18%), Austria (10%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+697% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 18% |
| Austria | $570K | 9.7% |
| Belgium | $529K | 9% |
| United Kingdom | $490K | 8.4% |
| India | $441K | 7.5% |
| Thailand | $223K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $119K | 2% |
| United States | $92K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $78K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tufted nylon carpet exports (HS 5703.20): 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 5703.20: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: tufted, of nylon or other polyamides, whether or not made up.
Common questions
What is the value of tufted nylon carpet exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported tufted nylon carpet worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy tufted nylon carpet from South Africa?
New Zealand was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Australia (24%) and Belgium (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 597% on the year.
What is the average export price of tufted nylon carpet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.88 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $5.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tufted nylon carpet from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2021 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import tufted nylon carpet?
Yes. South Africa imported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the Netherlands and Austria. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for tufted nylon carpet?
The HS code for tufted nylon carpet is subheading 5703.20. It sits in HS chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5703 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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