Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by Angola reached $13.6 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 853 t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 909 t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 897 t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 565 t |
Where Angola imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
Most of the value came from Portugal (26%), United Kingdom (14%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $3.6M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 14% |
| United States | $1.6M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 8.8% |
| Norway | $1.1M | 8.2% |
| China | $1.1M | 7.7% |
| France | $637K | 4.7% |
| South Africa | $578K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $284K | 2.1% |
| India | $193K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.20 per kg, 63% below the world average of $35.57, 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.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from Angola
Angola exported $309 thousand of electrical switching apparatus (other) in 2024 (344 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Portugal (34%), Norway (32%), Indonesia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $106K | 34% |
| Norway | $98K | 32% |
| Indonesia | $26K | 8.5% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 8.2% |
| France | $18K | 6% |
| Namibia | $9K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $7K | 2.2% |
| Senegal | $6K | 2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $4K | 1.4% |
| Finland | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Angola?
Angola imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Angola?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (14%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.20 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Angola also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Angola exported $309 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, Norway and Indonesia. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
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