Demonstration apparatus exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported demonstration apparatus worth $38.8 million (872 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 97% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $38.8M | 872 t |
| 2023 | $19.6M | 238 t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 130 t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 320 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 680 t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 255 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 242 t |
Where South Africa exports demonstration apparatus to
One buyer market dominates: Mozambique accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $24.4M | 63% |
| United States | $2.6M | 6.7% |
| Botswana | $2.1M | 5.3% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| China | $1.1M | 2.7% |
| Serbia | $905K | 2.3% |
| Chile | $808K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $728K | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $499K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $459K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.46 per kg, 23% below the world average of $57.39, 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.
Demonstration apparatus imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $18.0 million of demonstration apparatus in 2024 (523 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Australia (20%), United States (15%), China (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $3.6M | 20% |
| United States | $2.7M | 15% |
| China | $2.7M | 15% |
| India | $1.8M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 8.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 8.9% |
| Tanzania | $743K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $539K | 3% |
| Italy | $344K | 1.9% |
| France | $273K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 9023: Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses.
Common questions
What is the value of demonstration apparatus exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported demonstration apparatus worth $38.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 872 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 97% on 2023.
Which countries buy demonstration apparatus from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($24.4 million), followed by the United States (7%) and Botswana (5%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 791% on the year.
What is the average export price of demonstration apparatus per kg?
The average declared export value was about $44.46 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $57.39 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of demonstration apparatus from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $38.8 million in 2024, an increase of 472%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import demonstration apparatus?
Yes. South Africa imported $18.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, the United States and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for demonstration apparatus?
The HS code for demonstration apparatus is heading 9023. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9023.00. 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 9023 page.
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