Welding machine parts imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported welding machine parts worth $3.2 million (228 tonnes). That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.4 million.
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 | $3.2M | 228 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 280 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 119 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 131 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 58 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 149 t |
| 2018 | $708K | 91 t |
| 2017 | $414K | 16 t |
Where Angola imports welding machine parts from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (23%), France (18%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+344% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $714K | 23% |
| France | $577K | 18% |
| Italy | $466K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $386K | 12% |
| China | $280K | 8.9% |
| United States | $145K | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $131K | 4.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $124K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $79K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $51K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.84 per kg, 64% below the world average of $38.40, 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.
Welding machine parts exports from Angola
In 2024, Angola exported welding machine parts worth $4.2 million (15 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 99% |
| United States | $53K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $10K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| Cuba | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Sao Tome and Principe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola welding machine parts imports (HS 8515.90): 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 8515.90: Welding, brazing or soldering machines: parts of the machines of heading no. 8515.
Common questions
What is the value of welding machine parts imported by Angola?
Angola imported welding machine parts worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 228 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply welding machine parts to Angola?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($714 thousand), followed by France (18%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 344% on the year.
What is the average import price of welding machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.84 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $38.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welding machine parts to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $414 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 663%. The peak was 2023 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Angola also export welding machine parts?
Yes. Angola exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, the United States and South Africa. That compares with imports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for welding machine parts?
The HS code for welding machine parts is subheading 8515.90. 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 8515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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