Wooden tableware imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $5.1 million of wooden tableware in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 26% on 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 | $5.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 982 t |
Where South Africa imports wooden tableware from
China alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 76% |
| India | $650K | 13% |
| Indonesia | $165K | 3.3% |
| Philippines | $57K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $43K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $37K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $34K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $33K | 0.7% |
| Denmark | $33K | 0.7% |
| Slovenia | $24K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4419
| 4419.90 | Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: not of bamboo | 59% |
| 4419.19 | Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: of bamboo, n.e.c. in heading 4419 | 23% |
| 4419.12 | Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: of bamboo, chopsticks | 9.4% |
| 4419.11 | Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: of bamboo, bread boards, chopping boards and similar boards | 9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4419.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 25% below the world average of $3.13, 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 tableware exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $939 thousand of wooden tableware in 2024 (193 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (25%), Namibia (22%), Eswatini (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $230K | 25% |
| Namibia | $209K | 22% |
| Eswatini | $70K | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $63K | 6.7% |
| Zambia | $59K | 6.3% |
| Lesotho | $46K | 4.9% |
| Mozambique | $41K | 4.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $35K | 3.7% |
| Mauritius | $31K | 3.3% |
| Tanzania | $27K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 4419: Tableware and kitchenware, of wood.
Common questions
What is the value of wooden tableware imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported wooden tableware worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply wooden tableware to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by India (13%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of wooden tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $3.13 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of wooden tableware to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export wooden tableware?
Yes. South Africa exported $939 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wooden tableware?
The HS code for wooden tableware is heading 4419. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 4419.90 (59% of the value) and 4419.19 (23%). It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4419 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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