Electric meters imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $37.3 million of electric meters in 2024 (522 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 66% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $37.3M | 522 t |
| 2023 | $22.5M | 305 t |
| 2022 | $32.6M | 459 t |
| 2021 | $25.1M | 416 t |
| 2020 | $26.4M | 484 t |
| 2019 | $25.7M | 462 t |
| 2018 | $26.7M | 431 t |
| 2017 | $39.1M | 707 t |
Where South Africa imports electric meters from
China alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.1M | 51% |
| Vietnam | $12.5M | 34% |
| Denmark | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $875K | 2.4% |
| Canada | $769K | 2.1% |
| Greece | $639K | 1.7% |
| India | $489K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $294K | 0.8% |
| Romania | $263K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $145K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $71.43 per kg, 42% above the world average of $50.36. 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.
Electric meters exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $16.1 million of electric meters in 2024 (254 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (41%), Botswana (24%), Namibia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $6.7M | 42% |
| Botswana | $3.8M | 24% |
| Namibia | $1.2M | 7.5% |
| Eswatini | $983K | 6.1% |
| Kenya | $465K | 2.9% |
| Sudan | $395K | 2.5% |
| Lesotho | $391K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $366K | 2.3% |
| Israel | $293K | 1.8% |
| Mozambique | $290K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electric meters imports (HS 9028.30): 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 9028.30: Meters: electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of electric meters imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electric meters worth $37.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 522 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric meters to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($19.1 million), followed by Vietnam (34%) and Denmark (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 265% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $71.43 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $50.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric meters to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.1 million in 2017 to $37.3 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2017 at $39.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electric meters?
Yes. South Africa exported $16.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Botswana and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $21.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric meters?
The HS code for electric meters is subheading 9028.30. 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 9028 page.
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