Welded non-circular tube imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.5 million of welded non-circular tube in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.5 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 | $2.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 1.9K t |
Where South Africa imports welded non-circular tube from
Most of the value came from China (41%), Germany (22%), Italy (20%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 41% |
| Germany | $551K | 22% |
| Italy | $494K | 20% |
| Spain | $98K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $98K | 4% |
| United States | $90K | 3.7% |
| India | $60K | 2.4% |
| Austria | $27K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $23K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.67, 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.
Welded non-circular tube exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $803 thousand of welded non-circular tube in 2024 (430 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (46%), Namibia (18%), Zambia (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+708% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $370K | 46% |
| Namibia | $143K | 18% |
| Zambia | $142K | 18% |
| Zimbabwe | $44K | 5.4% |
| DR Congo | $40K | 5% |
| Eswatini | $15K | 1.8% |
| Malawi | $12K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $10K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $9K | 1.1% |
| Angola | $7K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa welded non-circular tube imports (HS 7306.69): 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 7306.69: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73, welded, of non-circular cross-section (not square or rectangular cross-section).
Common questions
What is the value of welded non-circular tube imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported welded non-circular tube worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded non-circular tube to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by Germany (22%) and Italy (20%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded non-circular tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded non-circular tube to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export welded non-circular tube?
Yes. South Africa exported $803 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded non-circular tube?
The HS code for welded non-circular tube is subheading 7306.69. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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