Conveyor belts (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported conveyor belts (other) worth $19.7 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 14% on 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 | $19.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $18.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa imports conveyor belts (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Germany (11%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.0M | 41% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 11% |
| United States | $2.1M | 11% |
| India | $1.5M | 7.5% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| Japan | $699K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $625K | 3.2% |
| Romania | $552K | 2.8% |
| France | $473K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $285K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.76 per kg, 44% below the world average of $17.28, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Conveyor belts (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported conveyor belts (other) worth $8.5 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (31%), Namibia (11%), Mozambique (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.6M | 31% |
| Namibia | $915K | 11% |
| Mozambique | $822K | 9.6% |
| DR Congo | $665K | 7.8% |
| Zambia | $600K | 7% |
| Zimbabwe | $497K | 5.8% |
| China | $342K | 4% |
| Eswatini | $329K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $176K | 2.1% |
| Angola | $158K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa conveyor belts (other) imports (HS 4010.39): 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 4010.39: Rubber: vulcanised, conveyor or transmission belts or belting, n.e.c. in heading no. 4010.
Common questions
What is the value of conveyor belts (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported conveyor belts (other) worth $19.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply conveyor belts (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Germany (11%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 79 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of conveyor belts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.76 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $17.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of conveyor belts (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $19.7 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export conveyor belts (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for conveyor belts (other)?
The HS code for conveyor belts (other) is subheading 4010.39. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4010 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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