Combine harvester-threshers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported combine harvester-threshers worth $52.5 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 75% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $208.7 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 | $52.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $208.7M | 17.6K t |
| 2022 | $111.7M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $57.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $37.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $37.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $44.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $46.4M | 5.8K t |
Where South Africa imports combine harvester-threshers from
Most of the value came from Germany (47%), United States (22%), Brazil (19%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $24.7M | 47% |
| United States | $11.4M | 22% |
| Brazil | $10.0M | 19% |
| Canada | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| China | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Austria | $696K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $679K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $463K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $231K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $160K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.84 per kg, 66% above the world average of $10.74. 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.
Combine harvester-threshers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $7.2 million of combine harvester-threshers in 2024 (674 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (35%), Turkey (14%), United States (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.5M | 35% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 14% |
| United States | $810K | 11% |
| Angola | $678K | 9.4% |
| Zambia | $651K | 9.1% |
| Lesotho | $540K | 7.5% |
| DR Congo | $498K | 6.9% |
| Botswana | $205K | 2.9% |
| Tanzania | $90K | 1.3% |
| Namibia | $83K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 8433.51: Combine harvester-threshers.
Common questions
What is the value of combine harvester-threshers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported combine harvester-threshers worth $52.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply combine harvester-threshers to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($24.7 million), followed by the United States (22%) and Brazil (19%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of combine harvester-threshers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.84 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $10.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of combine harvester-threshers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.4 million in 2017 to $52.5 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2023 at $208.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $74.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export combine harvester-threshers?
Yes. South Africa exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Turkey and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $45.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for combine harvester-threshers?
The HS code for combine harvester-threshers is subheading 8433.51. 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 8433 page.
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