Vinyl polymer copolymers (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) by South Africa reached $2.3 million in 2024 (222 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $2.9 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 | $2.3M | 222 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 264 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 280 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 450 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 230 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 456 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 330 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 227 t |
Where South Africa imports vinyl polymer copolymers (other) from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (38%), Germany (37%), United States (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $859K | 38% |
| Germany | $852K | 37% |
| United States | $255K | 11% |
| Japan | $132K | 5.8% |
| China | $78K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $11K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $4K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.28 per kg, 52% above the world average of $6.76. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind South Africa vinyl polymer copolymers (other) imports (HS 3905.91): 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 3905.91: Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers: n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, copolymers.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported vinyl polymer copolymers (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 222 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 145 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl polymer copolymers (other) to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($859 thousand), followed by Germany (37%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.28 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $6.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2021 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl polymer copolymers (other)?
The HS code for vinyl polymer copolymers (other) is subheading 3905.91. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
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