Centrifugal pumps imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported centrifugal pumps worth $118.1 million (11.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 14% more than in 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 | $118.1M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $103.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $111.9M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $90.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $67.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $76.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $92.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $77.9M | 5.0K t |
Where South Africa imports centrifugal pumps from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Italy (13%), Sweden (9%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $36.2M | 31% |
| Italy | $14.8M | 13% |
| Sweden | $10.5M | 8.9% |
| United States | $7.8M | 6.6% |
| India | $7.3M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $6.6M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 4.6% |
| Hungary | $3.7M | 3.1% |
| France | $3.4M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.01 per kg, 24% below the world average of $13.11, 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.
Centrifugal pumps exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported centrifugal pumps worth $107.7 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mali (18%), DR Congo (16%), Zambia (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest (+454% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $19.4M | 18% |
| DR Congo | $16.8M | 16% |
| Zambia | $16.5M | 15% |
| Namibia | $6.8M | 6.3% |
| Botswana | $6.2M | 5.8% |
| Mozambique | $5.7M | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $3.3M | 3.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.2M | 3% |
| Senegal | $2.8M | 2.6% |
| Ghana | $2.7M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa centrifugal pumps imports (HS 8413.70): 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 8413.70: Pumps: centrifugal, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids.
Common questions
What is the value of centrifugal pumps imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported centrifugal pumps worth $118.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply centrifugal pumps to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($36.2 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Sweden (9%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 43% on the year.
What is the average import price of centrifugal pumps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.01 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $13.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of centrifugal pumps to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $77.9 million in 2017 to $118.1 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $92.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export centrifugal pumps?
Yes. South Africa exported $107.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, the DR Congo and Zambia. That compares with imports of $118.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for centrifugal pumps?
The HS code for centrifugal pumps is subheading 8413.70. 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 8413 page.
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