Cardiac pacemakers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported cardiac pacemakers worth $25.0 million (4 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $25.0M | 5 t |
| 2023 | $25.0M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $26.4M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $16.5M | 4 t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 4 t |
Where South Africa imports cardiac pacemakers from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (34%), Switzerland (25%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+435% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 34% |
| Switzerland | $6.4M | 26% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 13% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 7% |
| Singapore | $1.6M | 6.3% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| United States | $1.0M | 4.1% |
| Malaysia | $713K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $579K | 2.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $29K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5,553.89 per kg, 35% above the world average of $4,129.02. 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.
Cardiac pacemakers exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported cardiac pacemakers worth $450 thousand (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (28%), Netherlands (28%), Switzerland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+333% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $128K | 29% |
| Netherlands | $126K | 28% |
| Switzerland | $51K | 11% |
| Kenya | $49K | 11% |
| Italy | $43K | 9.5% |
| Mauritius | $39K | 8.7% |
| Namibia | $6K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $5K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.4% |
| France | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cardiac pacemakers imports (HS 9021.50): 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 9021.50: Pacemakers: for stimulating heart muscles (excluding parts and accessories).
Common questions
What is the value of cardiac pacemakers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cardiac pacemakers worth $25.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply cardiac pacemakers to South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Switzerland (25%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 435% on the year.
What is the average import price of cardiac pacemakers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5,553.89 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $4,129.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cardiac pacemakers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $25.0 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2022 at $26.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cardiac pacemakers?
Yes. South Africa exported $450 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the Netherlands and Switzerland. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $24.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cardiac pacemakers?
The HS code for cardiac pacemakers is subheading 9021.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
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