Counter parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported counter parts worth $3.5 million (91 tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.8 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 | $3.5M | 91 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 118 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 102 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 124 t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 98 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 97 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 133 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 93 t |
Where South Africa imports counter parts from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (40%), Japan (24%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+550% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.4M | 40% |
| Japan | $853K | 24% |
| Germany | $432K | 12% |
| China | $106K | 3% |
| India | $85K | 2.4% |
| United States | $69K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $63K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $50K | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | $47K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.42 per kg, 49% below the world average of $75.57, 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.
Counter parts exports from South Africa
Exports of counter parts by South Africa reached $424 thousand in 2024 (8 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (24%), Angola (10%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $102K | 24% |
| Angola | $43K | 10% |
| Germany | $43K | 10% |
| Namibia | $41K | 9.7% |
| Botswana | $31K | 7.3% |
| Kenya | $31K | 7.2% |
| Mozambique | $25K | 6% |
| DR Congo | $17K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $15K | 3.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa counter parts imports (HS 9029.90): 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 9029.90: Meters and counters: parts and accessories for revolution and production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like: speed indicators, tachometers (excluding heading no. 9015), stroboscopes.
Common questions
What is the value of counter parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported counter parts worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply counter parts to South Africa?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Japan (24%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 550% on the year.
What is the average import price of counter parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.42 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $75.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of counter parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2021 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export counter parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $424 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Angola and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for counter parts?
The HS code for counter parts is subheading 9029.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9029 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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