Unbleached kraft linerboard imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of unbleached kraft linerboard by South Africa reached $29.8 million in 2024 (51.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 31% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
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 | $29.8M | 51.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 37.7K t |
| 2022 | $29.2M | 35.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.3M | 27.4K t |
| 2020 | $13.8M | 25.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 7.2K t |
Where South Africa imports unbleached kraft linerboard from
United States alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.5M | 52% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 14% |
| Australia | $3.6M | 12% |
| Brazil | $2.3M | 7.7% |
| Finland | $1.6M | 5.5% |
| China | $690K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $593K | 2% |
| Sweden | $567K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $181K | 0.6% |
| Mauritius | $153K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, close to the world average of $0.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unbleached kraft linerboard exports from South Africa
Exports of unbleached kraft linerboard by South Africa reached $27.3 million in 2024 (38.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Zimbabwe (26%), United Arab Emirates (15%), Cote d'Ivoire (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+969% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $7.1M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.0M | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.5M | 9.2% |
| Kenya | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Angola | $1.2M | 4.4% |
| Oman | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Ghana | $961K | 3.5% |
| Egypt | $914K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $811K | 3% |
| Ecuador | $803K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa unbleached kraft linerboard imports (HS 4804.11): 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 4804.11: Kraft paper and paperboard: kraftliner, uncoated, unbleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached kraft linerboard imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported unbleached kraft linerboard worth $29.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached kraft linerboard to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Australia (12%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 367% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached kraft linerboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of unbleached kraft linerboard to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $29.8 million in 2024, an increase of 646%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export unbleached kraft linerboard?
Yes. South Africa exported $27.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the United Arab Emirates and Cote d'Ivoire. That compares with imports of $29.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for unbleached kraft linerboard?
The HS code for unbleached kraft linerboard is subheading 4804.11. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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