Zinc-coated steel strip imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zinc-coated steel strip by South Africa reached $7.2 million in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). That is 139% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $7.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 56.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 2.5K t |
Where South Africa imports zinc-coated steel strip from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 57% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 24% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 18% |
| Marshall Isds | $21K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $20K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $10K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $4K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.03 per kg, close to the world average of $0.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc-coated steel strip exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.9 million of zinc-coated steel strip in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Philippines (26%), Zimbabwe (25%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $506K | 26% |
| Zimbabwe | $485K | 25% |
| Namibia | $286K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $155K | 8% |
| Slovakia | $110K | 5.7% |
| United States | $103K | 5.3% |
| Zambia | $75K | 3.9% |
| Botswana | $62K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $43K | 2.2% |
| Malawi | $41K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa zinc-coated steel strip imports (HS 7212.30): 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 7212.30: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically).
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated steel strip imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported zinc-coated steel strip worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 139% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated steel strip to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Germany (24%) and Australia (18%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated steel strip per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.03 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc-coated steel strip to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 223%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export zinc-coated steel strip?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Philippines, Zimbabwe and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated steel strip?
The HS code for zinc-coated steel strip is subheading 7212.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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