Arcade game imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of arcade game by South Africa reached $40.2 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $69.8 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 | $40.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $33.0M | 780 t |
| 2022 | $34.5M | 796 t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 416 t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 598 t |
| 2019 | $55.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $61.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $69.8M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa imports arcade game from
The largest suppliers were United States (44%), Austria (19%), Australia (6%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+560% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $17.9M | 44% |
| Austria | $7.7M | 19% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $2.4M | 6% |
| Lithuania | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 4.2% |
| China | $1.3M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| Bulgaria | $812K | 2% |
| Hungary | $608K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.16 per kg, 50% above the world average of $26.10. 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.
Arcade game exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.7 million of arcade game in 2024 (79 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (48%), Seychelles (13%), Tanzania (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+308% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.3M | 48% |
| Seychelles | $342K | 13% |
| Tanzania | $154K | 5.6% |
| Mauritius | $127K | 4.7% |
| Kenya | $106K | 3.9% |
| Uganda | $83K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $77K | 2.8% |
| Namibia | $74K | 2.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $61K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $61K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa arcade game imports (HS 9504.30): 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 9504.30: Games: operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of arcade game imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported arcade game worth $40.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply arcade game to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($17.9 million), followed by Austria (19%) and Australia (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 560% on the year.
What is the average import price of arcade game per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.16 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $26.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of arcade game to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.8 million in 2017 to $40.2 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2017 at $69.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export arcade game?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, the Seychelles and Tanzania. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $37.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for arcade game?
The HS code for arcade game is subheading 9504.30. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
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