Fans (other types) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $55.8 million of fans (other types) in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 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 | $55.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $50.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $51.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $47.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $36.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $49.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $42.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $47.4M | 2.8K t |
Where South Africa imports fans (other types) from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Germany (18%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.6M | 37% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 18% |
| United States | $6.5M | 12% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 5.7% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 2% |
| India | $929K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.15 per kg, 36% below the world average of $18.89, 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.
Fans (other types) exports from South Africa
Exports of fans (other types) by South Africa reached $20.3 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (19%), Zambia (12%), Zimbabwe (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $3.8M | 19% |
| Zambia | $2.4M | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.1M | 10% |
| Namibia | $1.9M | 9.2% |
| Botswana | $1.6M | 7.9% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 5.4% |
| Mozambique | $997K | 4.9% |
| Eswatini | $775K | 3.8% |
| Australia | $657K | 3.2% |
| Angola | $513K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fans (other types) imports (HS 8414.59): 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 8414.59: Fans: n.e.c. in item no. 8414.51.
Common questions
What is the value of fans (other types) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fans (other types) worth $55.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply fans (other types) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($20.6 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of fans (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.15 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $18.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fans (other types) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.4 million in 2017 to $55.8 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $47.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fans (other types)?
Yes. South Africa exported $20.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $35.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fans (other types)?
The HS code for fans (other types) is subheading 8414.59. 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 8414 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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