Upholstered wooden chairs imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported upholstered wooden chairs worth $37.1 million (9.4 thousand tonnes). That is 23% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $58.6 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 | $37.1M | 9.4K t |
| 2023 | $30.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $31.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $58.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $41.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $55.2M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $48.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $39.9M | 6.9K t |
Where South Africa imports upholstered wooden chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.2M | 82% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 7.5% |
| Vietnam | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $635K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $410K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $349K | 0.9% |
| Romania | $162K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $146K | 0.4% |
| India | $115K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $85K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, 37% below the world average of $6.33, 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.
Upholstered wooden chairs exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $26.1 million of upholstered wooden chairs in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (32%), Botswana (25%), Eswatini (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $8.3M | 32% |
| Botswana | $6.5M | 25% |
| Eswatini | $2.0M | 7.7% |
| Zambia | $1.6M | 6.3% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| Mozambique | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $673K | 2.6% |
| United States | $584K | 2.2% |
| DR Congo | $567K | 2.2% |
| Rwanda | $380K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa upholstered wooden chairs imports (HS 9401.61): 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 9401.61: Seats: with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of upholstered wooden chairs imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported upholstered wooden chairs worth $37.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply upholstered wooden chairs to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($30.2 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Vietnam (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of upholstered wooden chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $6.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of upholstered wooden chairs to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.9 million in 2017 to $37.1 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $58.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export upholstered wooden chairs?
Yes. South Africa exported $26.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for upholstered wooden chairs?
The HS code for upholstered wooden chairs is subheading 9401.61. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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