Electrodiagnostic equipment imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrodiagnostic equipment by South Africa reached $65.2 million in 2024 (180 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $65.2M | 180 t |
| 2023 | $51.8M | 135 t |
| 2022 | $48.6M | 139 t |
| 2021 | $43.8M | 133 t |
| 2020 | $48.4M | 150 t |
| 2019 | $42.8M | 141 t |
| 2018 | $42.6M | 136 t |
| 2017 | $36.0M | 121 t |
Where South Africa imports electrodiagnostic equipment from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (23%), United States (17%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $15.2M | 23% |
| United States | $10.9M | 17% |
| China | $10.1M | 16% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 12% |
| Belgium | $3.9M | 6% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 4% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 2.4% |
| Finland | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $361.90 per kg, 33% above the world average of $271.85. 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.
Electrodiagnostic equipment exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.9 million of electrodiagnostic equipment in 2024 (24 tonnes). Most of it went to Lesotho (11%), Botswana (10%), Namibia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $516K | 11% |
| Botswana | $511K | 11% |
| Namibia | $463K | 9.5% |
| Chile | $450K | 9.2% |
| Germany | $389K | 8% |
| Ghana | $281K | 5.7% |
| China | $262K | 5.4% |
| Eswatini | $257K | 5.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $247K | 5.1% |
| United States | $220K | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electrodiagnostic equipment imports (HS 9018.19): 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 9018.19: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.1.
Common questions
What is the value of electrodiagnostic equipment imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electrodiagnostic equipment worth $65.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 180 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrodiagnostic equipment to South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by the United States (17%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 855% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrodiagnostic equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $361.90 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $271.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrodiagnostic equipment to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.0 million in 2017 to $65.2 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $47.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electrodiagnostic equipment?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Botswana and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $60.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment?
The HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment is subheading 9018.19. 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 9018 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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