Battery parts and separators imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $15.8 million of battery parts and separators in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $15.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports battery parts and separators from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Turkey (18%), Austria (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 34% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 18% |
| Austria | $1.8M | 12% |
| France | $1.4M | 9% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 7.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $702K | 4.4% |
| Czech Republic | $618K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $496K | 3.1% |
| United States | $432K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $228K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.45 per kg, close to the world average of $11.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Battery parts and separators exports from South Africa
Exports of battery parts and separators by South Africa reached $1.9 million in 2024 (225 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (31%), Zimbabwe (15%), Zambia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+308% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $605K | 31% |
| Zimbabwe | $291K | 15% |
| Zambia | $160K | 8.3% |
| Ghana | $118K | 6.1% |
| Namibia | $82K | 4.3% |
| Mozambique | $69K | 3.6% |
| Bulgaria | $62K | 3.2% |
| Nigeria | $59K | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $50K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $47K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa battery parts and separators imports (HS 8507.90): 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 8507.90: Electric accumulators: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8507.
Common questions
What is the value of battery parts and separators imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported battery parts and separators worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply battery parts and separators to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Turkey (18%) and Austria (11%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 64% on the year.
What is the average import price of battery parts and separators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.45 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $11.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of battery parts and separators to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, an increase of 132%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export battery parts and separators?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for battery parts and separators?
The HS code for battery parts and separators is subheading 8507.90. 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 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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