Concrete pumps imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of concrete pumps by South Africa reached $7.3 million in 2024 (371 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $7.3M | 371 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 394 t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 427 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 226 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 155 t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 400 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 308 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 257 t |
Where South Africa imports concrete pumps from
The largest suppliers were Angola (28%), India (23%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $2.1M | 28% |
| India | $1.7M | 23% |
| China | $1.2M | 17% |
| Turkey | $963K | 13% |
| Italy | $338K | 4.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $262K | 3.6% |
| Brazil | $203K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $157K | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $121K | 1.6% |
| Finland | $109K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.80 per kg, 119% above the world average of $9.05. 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 pumps exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.0 million of concrete pumps in 2024 (206 tonnes). Most of it went to Senegal (21%), Zambia (11%), Zimbabwe (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $426K | 21% |
| Zambia | $225K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $220K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $170K | 8.3% |
| DR Congo | $168K | 8.2% |
| Lesotho | $144K | 7% |
| Namibia | $92K | 4.5% |
| Nigeria | $90K | 4.4% |
| Botswana | $70K | 3.4% |
| Cameroon | $47K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa concrete pumps imports (HS 8413.40): 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 8413.40: Pumps: concrete pumps.
Common questions
What is the value of concrete pumps imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported concrete pumps worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 371 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply concrete pumps to South Africa?
Angola was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (23%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 255% on the year.
What is the average import price of concrete pumps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.80 per kg in 2024, 119% above the world average of $9.05 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 pumps to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 129%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export concrete pumps?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for concrete pumps?
The HS code for concrete pumps is subheading 8413.40. 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 8413 page.
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