Centrifuge parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of centrifuge parts by South Africa reached $9.2 million in 2024 (202 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 13% on 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 | $9.2M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 182 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 130 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 130 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 118 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 103 t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 268 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 131 t |
Where South Africa imports centrifuge parts from
Most of the value came from Germany (37%), India (11%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.4M | 37% |
| India | $1.0M | 11% |
| United States | $784K | 8.5% |
| China | $703K | 7.6% |
| Sweden | $681K | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $626K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $546K | 5.9% |
| Poland | $411K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $188K | 2% |
| Denmark | $166K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.55 per kg, close to the world average of $50.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Centrifuge parts exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.4 million of centrifuge parts in 2024 (78 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were China (15%), Malawi (11%), Madagascar (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+676% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $362K | 15% |
| Malawi | $268K | 11% |
| Madagascar | $247K | 10% |
| Zimbabwe | $212K | 8.8% |
| Zambia | $186K | 7.7% |
| Eswatini | $177K | 7.3% |
| Denmark | $137K | 5.7% |
| Mozambique | $101K | 4.2% |
| Tanzania | $80K | 3.3% |
| Seychelles | $74K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa centrifuge parts imports (HS 8421.91): 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 8421.91: Centrifuges: parts thereof, including parts for centrifugal dryers.
Common questions
What is the value of centrifuge parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported centrifuge parts worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 202 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply centrifuge parts to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by India (11%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 742% on the year.
What is the average import price of centrifuge parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.55 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $50.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of centrifuge parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export centrifuge parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Malawi and Madagascar. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for centrifuge parts?
The HS code for centrifuge parts is subheading 8421.91. 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 8421 page.
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