Zinc-coated welded mesh exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $20.7 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 106 countries for exports of this product. That is 56% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $18.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $20.0M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 3.6K t |
Where South Africa exports zinc-coated welded mesh to
Most of it went to Zambia (14%), United States (13%), Botswana (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.9M | 14% |
| United States | $2.7M | 13% |
| Botswana | $2.5M | 12% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 10% |
| Cameroon | $1.7M | 8% |
| Malawi | $1.0M | 5% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.0M | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $846K | 4.1% |
| DR Congo | $826K | 4% |
| Guinea | $742K | 3.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, 34% above the world average of $1.72. 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 welded mesh imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $1.1 million (524 tonnes). China alone supplied 91% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 91% |
| Germany | $35K | 3.1% |
| Zambia | $26K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $20K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $12K | 1% |
| India | $4K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0.3% |
| France | $2K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa zinc-coated welded mesh exports (HS 7314.31): 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 7314.31: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated welded mesh exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $20.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 106 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc-coated welded mesh from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by the United States (13%) and Botswana (12%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 43 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 678% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc-coated welded mesh per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $1.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of zinc-coated welded mesh from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $20.7 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import zinc-coated welded mesh?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh?
The HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh is subheading 7314.31. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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