Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by South Africa reached $10.7 million in 2024 (37.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $23.2 million.
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 | $10.7M | 37.0K t |
| 2023 | $17.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $16.1M | 13.4K t |
| 2021 | $16.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 803 t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 768 t |
| 2018 | $23.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $15.3M | 1.9K t |
Where South Africa exports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to
The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (15%), Zambia (14%), Niger (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 15% |
| Zambia | $1.5M | 14% |
| Niger | $1.3M | 13% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 12% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $647K | 6% |
| Lesotho | $581K | 5.4% |
| Brazil | $507K | 4.7% |
| Namibia | $491K | 4.6% |
| DR Congo | $490K | 4.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $404K | 3.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 52% below the world average of $0.61, 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.
Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports to South Africa
Imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by South Africa reached $9.9 million in 2024 (761 tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (21%), Canada (17%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.1M | 21% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 12% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 12% |
| Lesotho | $599K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $436K | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $397K | 4% |
| Sweden | $387K | 3.9% |
| India | $357K | 3.6% |
| Poland | $254K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 140 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Zambia (14%) and Niger (13%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. The Republic of the Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 27% on the year.
What is the average export price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $0.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.3 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2018 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
Yes. South Africa imported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Canada and China. That compares with exports of $10.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. 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 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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