Which countries import plastic or rubber in South Africa?

In 2021, the top partner countries from which South Africa Imports Plastic or Rubber include China, Germany, United States, Saudi Arabia and Thailand . Please note the exports, imports and tariff data are based on reported data and not gap filled. Please check the Data Availability for coverage.

What is the role of the chemicals industry in South Africa?

The South African chemicals industry plays a critical role in the South African economy. It is interwoven with the South African manufacturing sector – contributing significantly to South Africa’s manufacturing production; it also produces key outputs used across the economy. The industry is complex and diverse with different sub-sectors.

What are the other chemicals industries?

The Other chemicals category also includes Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics industries. The trade data shows that the sector continues to import more than it exports with the organic chemicals and miscellaneous products the biggest contributor to trade deficit.

How resilient is the local chemicals manufacturing sector?

While the local chemicals manufacturing sector has proved resilient in the face of increased exposure to global competition, with local production output growing at a CAGR of 3.6% between 2001 and 2016, the sector has been unable to capitalise on local market growth, with imports having been the primary beneficiary.