Electric winches and capstans imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric winches and capstans by South Africa reached $8.1 million in 2024 (518 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $8.1M | 518 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 444 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 361 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 413 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 758 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 405 t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 733 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 294 t |
Where South Africa imports electric winches and capstans from
Most of the value came from China (33%), Norway (13%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 33% |
| Norway | $1.0M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $702K | 8.6% |
| Italy | $648K | 8% |
| United Kingdom | $556K | 6.9% |
| Switzerland | $418K | 5.2% |
| United States | $396K | 4.9% |
| France | $349K | 4.3% |
| Finland | $288K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $221K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.68 per kg, 73% above the world average of $9.06. 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 winches and capstans exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported electric winches and capstans worth $6.0 million (300 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (34%), Mozambique (22%), Zambia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.1M | 34% |
| Mozambique | $1.3M | 22% |
| Zambia | $408K | 6.8% |
| Brazil | $338K | 5.6% |
| Namibia | $281K | 4.7% |
| Chile | $273K | 4.5% |
| Botswana | $200K | 3.3% |
| Lesotho | $152K | 2.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $152K | 2.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $117K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electric winches and capstans imports (HS 8425.31): 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 8425.31: Winches: capstans: powered by an electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric winches and capstans imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electric winches and capstans worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 518 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric winches and capstans to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Norway (13%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 259% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric winches and capstans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.68 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $9.06 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 winches and capstans to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. The peak was 2018 at $10.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electric winches and capstans?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mozambique and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric winches and capstans?
The HS code for electric winches and capstans is subheading 8425.31. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8425 page.
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