Electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes by South Africa reached $4.4 million in 2024 (117 tonnes). That is 9% 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 | $4.4M | 117 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 137 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 176 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 154 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 116 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 178 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 185 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 179 t |
Where South Africa imports electromagnetic clutches and brakes from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), United States (17%), Austria (13%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.6M | 35% |
| United States | $756K | 17% |
| Austria | $552K | 13% |
| France | $380K | 8.6% |
| China | $351K | 8% |
| Italy | $222K | 5.1% |
| Finland | $122K | 2.8% |
| Poland | $64K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 1% |
| Spain | $42K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.53 per kg, 74% above the world average of $21.57. 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.
Electromagnetic clutches and brakes exports from South Africa
Exports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes by South Africa reached $804 thousand in 2024 (24 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (25%), Zambia (16%), Namibia (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+381% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $198K | 25% |
| Zambia | $132K | 16% |
| Namibia | $43K | 5.4% |
| Seychelles | $38K | 4.7% |
| Mozambique | $36K | 4.5% |
| Botswana | $32K | 4% |
| Spain | $31K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $31K | 3.8% |
| DR Congo | $29K | 3.7% |
| Nigeria | $28K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports (HS 8505.20): 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 8505.20: Magnets: electro-magnetic couplings, clutches and brakes.
Common questions
What is the value of electromagnetic clutches and brakes imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electromagnetic clutches and brakes worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 117 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply electromagnetic clutches and brakes to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Austria (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average import price of electromagnetic clutches and brakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.53 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $21.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
Yes. South Africa exported $804 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Zambia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
The HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes is subheading 8505.20. 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 8505 page.
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