Aircraft navigation equipment imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aircraft navigation equipment by South Africa reached $26.1 million in 2024 (2 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $37.7 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 | $26.1M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $30.3M | 6 t |
| 2022 | $37.7M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $33.7M | 6 t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $31.1M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $31.9M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $21.2M | 4 t |
Where South Africa imports aircraft navigation equipment from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $16.0M | 61% |
| United Kingdom | $6.1M | 23% |
| France | $1.8M | 6.8% |
| Italy | $734K | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $283K | 1.1% |
| Slovenia | $266K | 1% |
| China | $205K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $185K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $162K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $77K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13,737.58 per kg, 139% above the world average of $5,744.75. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aircraft navigation equipment exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported aircraft navigation equipment worth $3.9 million (5 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (41%), Egypt (17%), Turkey (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 41% |
| Egypt | $676K | 17% |
| Turkey | $393K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $277K | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $126K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $106K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $102K | 2.6% |
| Namibia | $76K | 1.9% |
| France | $63K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa aircraft navigation equipment imports (HS 9014.20): 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 9014.20: Navigational instruments and appliances: for aeronautical or space navigation (excluding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft navigation equipment imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported aircraft navigation equipment worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft navigation equipment to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (23%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft navigation equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13,737.58 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $5,744.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aircraft navigation equipment to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.2 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $37.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export aircraft navigation equipment?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Egypt and Turkey. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft navigation equipment?
The HS code for aircraft navigation equipment is subheading 9014.20. 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 9014 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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