Conveyor systems (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $33.7 million of conveyor systems (other) in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $98.8 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 | $33.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $48.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $67.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $98.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $85.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $46.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $34.9M | 2.5K t |
Where South Africa imports conveyor systems (other) from
Most of the value came from China (30%), Germany (9%), Denmark (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+754% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.2M | 30% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 8.8% |
| Denmark | $2.5M | 7.4% |
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 6.5% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 6.2% |
| France | $1.7M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 4.2% |
| Finland | $1.1M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $999K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.87 per kg, 21% below the world average of $15.02, 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 systems (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of conveyor systems (other) by South Africa reached $6.7 million in 2024 (432 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (15%), Botswana (11%), Zambia (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $998K | 15% |
| Botswana | $769K | 12% |
| Zambia | $724K | 11% |
| United States | $538K | 8% |
| Mozambique | $505K | 7.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $468K | 7% |
| Senegal | $343K | 5.1% |
| Namibia | $322K | 4.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $264K | 3.9% |
| Morocco | $232K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa conveyor systems (other) imports (HS 8428.39): 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 8428.39: Elevators and conveyors: continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33.
Common questions
What is the value of conveyor systems (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported conveyor systems (other) worth $33.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply conveyor systems (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by Germany (9%) and Denmark (7%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 754% on the year.
What is the average import price of conveyor systems (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.87 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $15.02 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 systems (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.9 million in 2017 to $33.7 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2020 at $98.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export conveyor systems (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $27.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for conveyor systems (other)?
The HS code for conveyor systems (other) is subheading 8428.39. 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 8428 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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