Computer projectors imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported computer projectors worth $5.4 million (34 tonnes). That is 67% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $19.8 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 | $5.4M | 34 t |
| 2023 | $16.4M | 98 t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 99 t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 104 t |
| 2020 | $9.7M | 89 t |
| 2019 | $19.1M | 132 t |
| 2018 | $19.8M | 148 t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 83 t |
Where South Africa imports computer projectors from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Netherlands (24%), Philippines (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 38% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 24% |
| Philippines | $921K | 17% |
| France | $604K | 11% |
| Belgium | $154K | 2.8% |
| Japan | $108K | 2% |
| Thailand | $72K | 1.3% |
| United States | $43K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $33K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $160.03 per kg, close to the world average of $135.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer projectors exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported computer projectors worth $836 thousand (8 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (19%), Netherlands (16%), Botswana (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $155K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $134K | 16% |
| Botswana | $128K | 15% |
| Zambia | $100K | 12% |
| Malawi | $55K | 6.6% |
| Lesotho | $42K | 5% |
| Namibia | $42K | 5% |
| Belgium | $35K | 4.2% |
| Eswatini | $35K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $34K | 4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa computer projectors imports (HS 8528.62): 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 8528.62: Projectors: capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71.
Common questions
What is the value of computer projectors imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported computer projectors worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer projectors to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (24%) and the Philippines (17%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 827% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer projectors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $160.03 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $135.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer projectors to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2018 at $19.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export computer projectors?
Yes. South Africa exported $836 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the Netherlands and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer projectors?
The HS code for computer projectors is subheading 8528.62. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8528 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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