Air and gas compressors (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of air and gas compressors (other) by South Africa reached $155.2 million in 2024 (11.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 41% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $155.2M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $110.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $105.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $114.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $74.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $84.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $92.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $88.8M | 4.3K t |
Where South Africa imports air and gas compressors (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (36%), China (22%), United States (5%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+326% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $55.8M | 36% |
| China | $33.8M | 22% |
| United States | $7.6M | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $6.7M | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $6.7M | 4.3% |
| India | $6.2M | 4% |
| Thailand | $5.7M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $5.7M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $5.1M | 3.3% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.45 per kg, 33% below the world average of $20.02, 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.
Air and gas compressors (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of air and gas compressors (other) by South Africa reached $25.6 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (14%), DR Congo (14%), Botswana (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $3.7M | 14% |
| DR Congo | $3.5M | 14% |
| Botswana | $2.8M | 11% |
| Senegal | $2.4M | 9.3% |
| Mozambique | $2.3M | 9.1% |
| Zambia | $1.8M | 6.9% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 5.5% |
| United States | $1.1M | 4.4% |
| Angola | $627K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $540K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa air and gas compressors (other) imports (HS 8414.80): 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 8414.80: Pumps and compressors: for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 8414.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas compressors (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $155.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas compressors (other) to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($55.8 million), followed by China (22%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 326% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas compressors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.45 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $20.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of air and gas compressors (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $88.8 million in 2017 to $155.2 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $103.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export air and gas compressors (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $25.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the DR Congo and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $129.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas compressors (other)?
The HS code for air and gas compressors (other) is subheading 8414.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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