Bench vices exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.5 million of bench vices in 2024 (370 tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.5M | 370 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 662 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 303 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 303 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 222 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 331 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 334 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 299 t |
Where South Africa exports bench vices to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (19%), Zimbabwe (11%), Zambia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $652K | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $391K | 11% |
| Zambia | $360K | 10% |
| Botswana | $341K | 9.8% |
| Eswatini | $283K | 8.2% |
| Canada | $235K | 6.8% |
| DR Congo | $167K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $154K | 4.4% |
| Mozambique | $140K | 4% |
| Senegal | $109K | 3.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.38 per kg, 33% above the world average of $7.05. 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.
Bench vices imports to South Africa
Imports of bench vices by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (535 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (49%), Germany (10%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+740% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 49% |
| Germany | $345K | 10% |
| United States | $326K | 9.8% |
| Taiwan | $221K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $214K | 6.5% |
| India | $213K | 6.4% |
| United Kingdom | $89K | 2.7% |
| Namibia | $47K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $35K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $21K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bench vices exports (HS 8205.70): 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 8205.70: Tools, hand: vices, clamps and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of bench vices exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported bench vices worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 370 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy bench vices from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($652 thousand), followed by Zimbabwe (11%) and Zambia (10%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 500% on the year.
What is the average export price of bench vices per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.38 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $7.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of bench vices from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import bench vices?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the United States. That compares with exports of $3.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for bench vices?
The HS code for bench vices is subheading 8205.70. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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