Wooden furniture imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported wooden furniture worth $43.7 million (24.0 thousand tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $67.9 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 | $43.7M | 24.0K t |
| 2023 | $39.7M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $45.9M | 10.8K t |
| 2021 | $51.3M | 13.7K t |
| 2020 | $44.8M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $67.9M | 21.0K t |
| 2018 | $67.2M | 20.4K t |
| 2017 | $61.1M | 17.6K t |
Where South Africa imports wooden furniture from
China alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.4M | 54% |
| Vietnam | $3.2M | 7.3% |
| Malaysia | $3.0M | 7% |
| India | $2.4M | 5.6% |
| Indonesia | $2.1M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $1.1M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $740K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 43% below the world average of $3.20, 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.
Wooden furniture exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported wooden furniture worth $25.4 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (19%), Namibia (14%), Lesotho (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $4.7M | 19% |
| Namibia | $3.6M | 14% |
| Lesotho | $2.5M | 9.7% |
| Zambia | $1.9M | 7.3% |
| Eswatini | $1.6M | 6.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.4M | 5.4% |
| DR Congo | $1.2M | 4.6% |
| United States | $1000K | 3.9% |
| Mauritius | $793K | 3.1% |
| Tanzania | $754K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa wooden furniture imports (HS 9403.60): 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 9403.60: Furniture: wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use.
Common questions
What is the value of wooden furniture imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported wooden furniture worth $43.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply wooden furniture to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($23.4 million), followed by Vietnam (7%) and Malaysia (7%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of wooden furniture per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $3.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of wooden furniture to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.1 million in 2017 to $43.7 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2019 at $67.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export wooden furniture?
Yes. South Africa exported $25.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $18.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for wooden furniture?
The HS code for wooden furniture is subheading 9403.60. 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 9403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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