Calculating machines (other types) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported calculating machines (other types) worth $8.5 million (100 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 63% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.9 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 | $8.5M | 100 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 62 t |
| 2022 | $14.9M | 176 t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 71 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 29 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 42 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 64 t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 138 t |
Where South Africa imports calculating machines (other types) from
Hong Kong alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $5.3M | 62% |
| Taiwan | $1.0M | 12% |
| Italy | $829K | 9.7% |
| China | $564K | 6.6% |
| Germany | $410K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $113K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $104K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $84K | 1% |
| Botswana | $44K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $29K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $84.89 per kg, 26% above the world average of $67.14. 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.
Calculating machines (other types) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $3.4 million of calculating machines (other types) in 2024 (43 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (46%), Zambia (13%), Australia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.6M | 46% |
| Zambia | $440K | 13% |
| Australia | $397K | 12% |
| Namibia | $222K | 6.6% |
| DR Congo | $209K | 6.2% |
| Eswatini | $129K | 3.8% |
| Mauritius | $93K | 2.8% |
| Lesotho | $61K | 1.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $43K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $31K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa calculating machines (other types) imports (HS 8470.90): 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 8470.90: Machines incorporating a calculating device: n.e.c. in heading no. 8470.
Common questions
What is the value of calculating machines (other types) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported calculating machines (other types) worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 100 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply calculating machines (other types) to South Africa?
Hong Kong was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Taiwan (12%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of calculating machines (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $84.89 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $67.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of calculating machines (other types) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export calculating machines (other types)?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Zambia and Australia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for calculating machines (other types)?
The HS code for calculating machines (other types) is subheading 8470.90. 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 8470 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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