Zirconium articles (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of zirconium articles (other) by South Africa reached $5.1 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 53 countries. Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $17.7 million.
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 | $5.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 15.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 20.3K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 22.9K t |
Where South Africa exports zirconium articles (other) to
China alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.1M | 100% |
| Uganda | $9K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Guinea | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.11 per kg, 98% below the world average of $54.76, 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa zirconium articles (other) exports (HS 8109.90): 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 8109.90: Zirconium: other than unwrought, n.e.c. in heading no. 8109.
Common questions
What is the value of zirconium articles (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported zirconium articles (other) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 53 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy zirconium articles (other) from South Africa?
China was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Uganda (0%) and Namibia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average export price of zirconium articles (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.11 per kg in 2024, 98% below the world average of $54.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zirconium articles (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2018 at $17.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for zirconium articles (other)?
The HS code for zirconium articles (other) is subheading 8109.90. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8109 page.
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