Dredgers exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $2.6 million of dredgers in 2024 (242 tonnes). That is 18134% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.0 million.
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 | $2.6M | 242 t |
| 2023 | $14K | 5 t |
| 2022 | $537K | 44 t |
| 2021 | $547K | 44 t |
| 2020 | $58K | 28 t |
| 2019 | $387K | 94 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 53 t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 769 t |
Where South Africa exports dredgers to
Mozambique alone took 82% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $2.1M | 82% |
| Zambia | $412K | 16% |
| Lesotho | $27K | 1.1% |
| Namibia | $26K | 1% |
| Madagascar | $3K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.64 per kg, 68% above the world average of $6.33. 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.
Dredgers imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $680 thousand of dredgers in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (49%), United States (40%), Lesotho (6%). Among the main suppliers, Lesotho grew fastest (+204% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $335K | 49% |
| United States | $272K | 40% |
| Lesotho | $41K | 6% |
| Namibia | $16K | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $16K | 2.3% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dredgers exports (HS 8905.10): 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 8905.10: Dredgers.
Common questions
What is the value of dredgers exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported dredgers worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 242 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 61 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy dredgers from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 82% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Zambia (16%) and Lesotho (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average export price of dredgers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.64 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $6.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of dredgers from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 71%. The peak was 2017 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import dredgers?
Yes. South Africa imported $680 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, the United States and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for dredgers?
The HS code for dredgers is subheading 8905.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8905 page.
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