Calendering machines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of calendering machines by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (195 tonnes). That is 45% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.9 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 | $3.3M | 195 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 295 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 244 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 145 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 80 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 86 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 157 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 99 t |
Where South Africa imports calendering machines from
Most of the value came from Spain (31%), China (29%), Italy (25%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.0M | 31% |
| China | $940K | 29% |
| Italy | $815K | 25% |
| Switzerland | $184K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $158K | 4.8% |
| Hong Kong | $45K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $39K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $26K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $12K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $11K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.83 per kg, 100% above the world average of $8.43. 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.
Calendering machines exports from South Africa
Exports of calendering machines by South Africa reached $441 thousand in 2024 (107 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (29%), Botswana (26%), Zimbabwe (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $127K | 29% |
| Botswana | $117K | 27% |
| Zimbabwe | $72K | 16% |
| Mozambique | $41K | 9.2% |
| Zambia | $17K | 3.8% |
| Senegal | $16K | 3.7% |
| Namibia | $15K | 3.5% |
| Eswatini | $13K | 2.9% |
| Madagascar | $9K | 2% |
| Gabon | $5K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa calendering machines imports (HS 8420.10): 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 8420.10: Machines: calendering or other rolling machines, for other than metal or glass.
Common questions
What is the value of calendering machines imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported calendering machines worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 195 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply calendering machines to South Africa?
Spain was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (29%) and Italy (25%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of calendering machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.83 per kg in 2024, 100% above the world average of $8.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of calendering machines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. The peak was 2023 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export calendering machines?
Yes. South Africa exported $441 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Botswana and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for calendering machines?
The HS code for calendering machines is subheading 8420.10. 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 8420 page.
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