Zinc-coated steel sheet imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported zinc-coated steel sheet worth $157.8 million (144.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 7% from 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 | $157.8M | 144.0K t |
| 2023 | $169.8M | 141.2K t |
| 2022 | $152.8M | 144.1K t |
| 2021 | $186.0M | 211.1K t |
| 2020 | $67.7M | 90.6K t |
| 2019 | $95.0M | 108.6K t |
| 2018 | $91.3M | 96.8K t |
| 2017 | $118.8M | 139.2K t |
Where South Africa imports zinc-coated steel sheet from
Most of the value came from China (33%), Germany (27%), Belgium (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $52.8M | 34% |
| Germany | $42.0M | 27% |
| Belgium | $25.2M | 16% |
| France | $19.1M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 3.5% |
| Japan | $5.0M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $4.2M | 2.7% |
| Luxembourg | $2.1M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $229K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.89. 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.
Zinc-coated steel sheet exports from South Africa
Exports of zinc-coated steel sheet by South Africa reached $153.8 million in 2024 (158.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $98.5M | 64% |
| Zimbabwe | $9.1M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $8.4M | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $6.4M | 4.1% |
| Namibia | $5.7M | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $4.5M | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $3.9M | 2.5% |
| Eswatini | $3.1M | 2% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 1.3% |
| Bangladesh | $1.5M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa zinc-coated steel sheet imports (HS 7210.49): 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 7210.49: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, (not corrugated), plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically).
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated steel sheet imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported zinc-coated steel sheet worth $157.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated steel sheet to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($52.8 million), followed by Germany (27%) and Belgium (16%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated steel sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zinc-coated steel sheet to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.8 million in 2017 to $157.8 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $186.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export zinc-coated steel sheet?
Yes. South Africa exported $153.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Zimbabwe and Canada. That compares with imports of $157.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated steel sheet?
The HS code for zinc-coated steel sheet is subheading 7210.49. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
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