China South Africa Trade 2026 (Latest Data & Statistics)
Monthly exports, imports, and trade balance · Source: China General Administration of Customs (GACC) · Loading…
What is China's Trade with South Africa in 2026?
China–South Africa bilateral trade data is updated monthly based on official China General Administration of Customs (GACC) statistics. The KPI cards below show the latest monthly export, import, and trade balance figures.
China South Africa Trade Balance & Trends
The trade balance between China and South Africa reflects the difference between exports and imports each month. Use the Overview chart to track surpluses and deficits, and explore how the balance has evolved from 2018 to 2026.
Historical China South Africa Trade Data (2018–2026)
Monthly bilateral trade data between China and South Africa from 2018 to 2026, covering all 97 HS commodity chapters. Data sourced from China General Administration of Customs (GACC) monthly statistical bulletins.
China South Africa Top Export & Import Categories
China–South Africa trade spans machinery, electronics, vehicles, energy, and agricultural products. Explore the commodity composition with the Heatmap and Trade Flow tabs, or see the monthly HS chapter breakdown in the tables below.
Top 20 commodity chapters across all 92 months — darker = higher trade value. Hover any cell for detail.
Top Export Categories to South Africa
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Top Import Categories from South Africa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is China's trade with South Africa in 2026?
China–South Africa bilateral trade data is updated monthly. The latest figures show exports, imports, and the trade balance for 2026. See the live KPI cards on this page for the most recent monthly values from the China General Administration of Customs (GACC).
What does China export to South Africa?
China's top exports to South Africa include machinery, electrical equipment, vehicles, and manufactured goods. The exact breakdown by HS commodity chapter is updated monthly based on China General Administration of Customs (GACC) official data.
What does China import from South Africa?
China imports a range of commodities from South Africa, including raw materials, energy products, agricultural goods, and high-tech equipment. The monthly import breakdown by HS chapter is available in the table on this page.
What is the China–South Africa trade balance?
The China–South Africa trade balance (exports minus imports) varies month to month. Use the Overview chart on this page to see whether China runs a trade surplus or deficit with South Africa and how the balance has evolved since 2018.
Where can I download China–South Africa trade data?
China–South Africa monthly trade data is accessible via the China Data Portal free API. Data covers 2018–2026 at monthly frequency by HS commodity chapter, sourced from China General Administration of Customs (GACC).
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Data source: China General Administration of Customs (GACC) Monthly Statistics Bulletin.
Values in USD thousands. Monthly figures may differ from revised versions.
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