Computer input/output units imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $52.4 million of computer input/output units in 2024 (976 tonnes). That is 15% less 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 | $52.4M | 976 t |
| 2023 | $61.6M | 580 t |
| 2022 | $59.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $60.8M | 694 t |
| 2020 | $42.3M | 525 t |
| 2019 | $49.9M | 629 t |
| 2018 | $51.4M | 649 t |
| 2017 | $51.7M | 732 t |
Where South Africa imports computer input/output units from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.0M | 76% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 3.8% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $954K | 1.8% |
| Philippines | $888K | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $766K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $716K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $578K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $577K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.66 per kg, close to the world average of $47.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer input/output units exports from South Africa
Exports of computer input/output units by South Africa reached $7.4 million in 2024 (90 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (18%), Namibia (14%), Netherlands (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.3M | 18% |
| Namibia | $1.1M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 14% |
| Zimbabwe | $615K | 8.3% |
| Zambia | $565K | 7.6% |
| DR Congo | $460K | 6.2% |
| Eswatini | $342K | 4.6% |
| Mozambique | $263K | 3.6% |
| Lesotho | $197K | 2.7% |
| Angola | $133K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa computer input/output units imports (HS 8471.60): 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 8471.60: Units of automatic data processing machines: input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing.
Common questions
What is the value of computer input/output units imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported computer input/output units worth $52.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 976 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer input/output units to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($40.0 million), followed by Germany (4%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer input/output units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.66 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $47.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer input/output units to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.7 million in 2017 to $52.4 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2023 at $61.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export computer input/output units?
Yes. South Africa exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $45.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer input/output units?
The HS code for computer input/output units is subheading 8471.60. 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 8471 page.
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