Surveying instrument parts imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $10.9 million of surveying instrument parts in 2024 (412 tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
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 | $10.9M | 412 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 133 t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 171 t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 113 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 60 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 79 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 53 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 24 t |
Where Angola imports surveying instrument parts from
Most of the value came from United States (36%), Germany (16%), United Kingdom (9%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.0M | 36% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $929K | 8.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $593K | 5.4% |
| China | $570K | 5.2% |
| Senegal | $409K | 3.8% |
| Namibia | $390K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $320K | 2.9% |
| Japan | $308K | 2.8% |
| Romania | $281K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.50 per kg, 76% below the world average of $111.72, 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.
Surveying instrument parts exports from Angola
In 2024, Angola exported surveying instrument parts worth $7.7 million (40 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (40%), Republic of the Congo (37%), United Kingdom (5%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+308% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.0M | 40% |
| Republic of the Congo | $2.8M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $396K | 5.2% |
| United States | $362K | 4.7% |
| Romania | $212K | 2.8% |
| Gabon | $116K | 1.5% |
| DR Congo | $113K | 1.5% |
| Senegal | $102K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $70K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $62K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola surveying instrument parts imports (HS 9015.90): 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 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts imported by Angola?
Angola imported surveying instrument parts worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 412 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instrument parts to Angola?
The United States was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Germany (16%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.50 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $111.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instrument parts to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 480%. The peak was 2023 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Angola also export surveying instrument parts?
Yes. Angola exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, the Republic of the Congo and the United Kingdom. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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