Concrete mixer trucks imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported concrete mixer trucks worth $10.7 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 57% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $10.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 350 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 906 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 1.5K t |
Where South Africa imports concrete mixer trucks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.5M | 71% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 10% |
| Italy | $608K | 5.7% |
| Finland | $570K | 5.4% |
| Namibia | $363K | 3.4% |
| India | $200K | 1.9% |
| Lesotho | $117K | 1.1% |
| Senegal | $78K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $78K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $27K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.43 per kg, 34% above the world average of $4.06. 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.
Concrete mixer trucks exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.3 million of concrete mixer trucks in 2024 (588 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (26%), Namibia (19%), Nigeria (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $582K | 26% |
| Namibia | $418K | 19% |
| Nigeria | $373K | 17% |
| Botswana | $307K | 14% |
| Zimbabwe | $239K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $134K | 5.9% |
| Australia | $112K | 4.9% |
| Mozambique | $58K | 2.6% |
| DR Congo | $35K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa concrete mixer trucks imports (HS 8705.40): 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 8705.40: Vehicles: concrete-mixer lorries.
Common questions
What is the value of concrete mixer trucks imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported concrete mixer trucks worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply concrete mixer trucks to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (10%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average import price of concrete mixer trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.43 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $4.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of concrete mixer trucks to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export concrete mixer trucks?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Namibia and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for concrete mixer trucks?
The HS code for concrete mixer trucks is subheading 8705.40. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8705 page.
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