Electric heating resistors imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported electric heating resistors worth $21.3 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.6 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 | $21.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $23.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $28.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $20.7M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $25.0M | 674 t |
| 2018 | $25.4M | 699 t |
| 2017 | $24.9M | 9.3K t |
Where South Africa imports electric heating resistors from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Serbia (14%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.8M | 41% |
| Serbia | $3.0M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 10% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $918K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $450K | 2.1% |
| United States | $328K | 1.5% |
| Romania | $285K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $159K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.12 per kg, 77% below the world average of $21.83, 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.
Electric heating resistors exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported electric heating resistors worth $3.7 million (366 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (10%), Kazakhstan (10%), Eswatini (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $389K | 10% |
| Kazakhstan | $383K | 10% |
| Eswatini | $377K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $355K | 9.5% |
| Botswana | $314K | 8.4% |
| Lesotho | $289K | 7.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $286K | 7.7% |
| United States | $242K | 6.5% |
| Zambia | $172K | 4.6% |
| Malawi | $148K | 4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electric heating resistors imports (HS 8516.80): 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 8516.80: Resistors: electric heating, other than those of heading no. 8545.
Common questions
What is the value of electric heating resistors imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electric heating resistors worth $21.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric heating resistors to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($8.8 million), followed by Serbia (14%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Serbia grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric heating resistors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.12 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $21.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric heating resistors to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.9 million in 2017 to $21.3 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $28.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electric heating resistors?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Kazakhstan and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric heating resistors?
The HS code for electric heating resistors is subheading 8516.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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