Viscose rayon staple fiber imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.1 million of viscose rayon staple fiber in 2024 (788 tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $2.1M | 788 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 566 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 566 t |
| 2020 | $974K | 411 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 559 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 436 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 482 t |
Where South Africa imports viscose rayon staple fiber from
One supplier dominates: Austria accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+214% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $1.9M | 89% |
| Indonesia | $119K | 5.7% |
| Thailand | $63K | 3% |
| Germany | $26K | 1.2% |
| China | $21K | 1% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.65 per kg, 33% above the world average of $1.99. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa viscose rayon staple fiber imports (HS 5504.10): 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 5504.10: Fibres: artificial staple fibres, of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of viscose rayon staple fiber imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported viscose rayon staple fiber worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 788 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 104 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply viscose rayon staple fiber to South Africa?
Austria was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Indonesia (6%) and Thailand (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 824% on the year.
What is the average import price of viscose rayon staple fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $1.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of viscose rayon staple fiber to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for viscose rayon staple fiber?
The HS code for viscose rayon staple fiber is subheading 5504.10. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5504 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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