South Africa Import Export Data 2026 May
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South Africa is Africa's most industrialized and diversified economy. In 2024, South Africa exported $110.3B and imported $109.8B (trade surplus of $506.3M), led by gold, platinum group metals, iron ore, coal, and automotive products. SARS administers HS-based tariff codes, with trade agreements through SACU and the AfCFTA. Track South Africa shipping data on TradeInt to monitor trade flows and identify active trading companies.
South Africa Import Export Profile Summary
South Africa Total Trade Volume
US$220B in 2024
South Africa Growth Trend YoY
South Africa Trade Balance
South Africa Global Trade Role
Diversified industrial trader
South Africa Import Export Insights by HS Code
Key South Africa Import 2-Digit HS Code: 27
In 2024, South Africa imported products under HS code 27 for approximately US$21.3B based on South Africa import data.
Explore South Africa import data by HS codeKey South Africa Export 2-Digit HS Code: 71
In 2024, South Africa exported products under HS code 71 for approximately US$20.4B based on South Africa export data.
Explore South Africa export data by HS code
South Africa Import Export Partners by Country
Who are South Africa top 3 import trade partners?
Who are South Africa top 3 export trade partners?
Top 1 Export Trade Partner 2024: China (US$12.4B)
Top 2 Export Trade Partner 2024: United States (US$8.2B)
Top 3 Export Trade Partner 2024: Germany (US$7.1B)
South Africa Import Export Insights by Product Sector
Key South Africa Import Product Sector: Machines
In 2024, South Africa imported products in the Machines sector for approximately US$24.6B based on South Africa import data.
Explore South Africa import data by productKey South Africa Export Product Sector: Mineral Products
In 2024, South Africa exported products in the Mineral Products sector for approximately US$28.6B based on South Africa export data.
Explore South Africa export data by productSouth Africa Import Data Insights by Top 2-digit HS Code
34 /98
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South Africa Top Imports by 2-digit HS Code (2026 May)
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South Africa Import Export Trade Data Coverage
What does South Africa import data include?
- Importer company names
- HS codes at national tariff level
- Declared values, quantities, and product descriptions
- Port details including Durban and Cape Town
What does South Africa export data include?
- Exporter company names
- Product descriptions with national HS codes
- FOB values and shipment quantities per record
- Port of loading and destination country details
What tariff system and trade agreements apply to South Africa?
- Tariffs administered by SARS using HS-based codes
- Member of SACU, one of the world's oldest customs unions
- Trade agreements with EU (SADC-EU EPA), EFTA, and UK
- AGOA eligibility and AfCFTA membership
