South Africa to China Trade Corridor
South Africa is China's largest African trading partner. Iron ore, manganese, and chrome exports to China dominate, while Chinese electronics, machinery, and consumer goods flow into Africa's most industrialized economy.
- Average applied tariff: 7.5%
- Trade agreement status: No FTA
- Typical transit time: 21-28 days
- Key ports: Durban, Cape Town, Shanghai, Qingdao
Top traded products
- Ores and concentrates
- Mineral fuels
- Electrical machinery
- Machinery
- Iron and steel