Wigs (other materials) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $42.9 million of wigs (other materials) in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $42.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $44.9M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $43.6M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $39.7M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $30.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $29.6M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $31.4M | 7.4K t |
Where South Africa imports wigs (other materials) from
Mozambique alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $41.8M | 98% |
| China | $757K | 1.8% |
| Eswatini | $120K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $60K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $51K | 0.1% |
| United States | $15K | 0% |
| South Korea | $12K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0% |
| Ghana | $9K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 62% below the world average of $12.41, 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.
Wigs (other materials) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported wigs (other materials) worth $5.9 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 145 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Namibia accounted for 53% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.2M | 54% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 20% |
| United States | $466K | 7.9% |
| Lesotho | $395K | 6.7% |
| Eswatini | $389K | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $111K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $88K | 1.5% |
| France | $45K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $21K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $16K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa wigs (other materials) imports (HS 6704.90): 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 6704.90: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like and other articles n.e.c.: of animal hair or of textile materials other than synthetic.
Common questions
What is the value of wigs (other materials) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported wigs (other materials) worth $42.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 196 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply wigs (other materials) to South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($41.8 million), followed by China (2%) and Eswatini (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average import price of wigs (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $12.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wigs (other materials) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.4 million in 2017 to $42.9 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $44.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export wigs (other materials)?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $37.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for wigs (other materials)?
The HS code for wigs (other materials) is subheading 6704.90. It sits in HS chapter 67 (feathers and down, prepared; and articles made of feather or of down; artificial flowers; articles of human hair). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6704 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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