Filament lamps (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $6.0 million of filament lamps (other) in 2024 (202 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 13% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.0M | 202 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 156 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 110 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 228 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 157 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 138 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 181 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 150 t |
Where South Africa exports filament lamps (other) to
Most of it went to Belgium (40%), Botswana (11%), Namibia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.4M | 40% |
| Botswana | $671K | 11% |
| Namibia | $624K | 10% |
| Eswatini | $563K | 9.4% |
| Mozambique | $499K | 8.3% |
| Zambia | $403K | 6.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $244K | 4.1% |
| Lesotho | $155K | 2.6% |
| DR Congo | $84K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $43K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.68 per kg, 42% above the world average of $20.90. 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.
Filament lamps (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $5.3 million of filament lamps (other) in 2024 (141 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (34%), Japan (15%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+760% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 34% |
| Japan | $795K | 15% |
| India | $686K | 13% |
| Germany | $611K | 12% |
| Slovakia | $222K | 4.2% |
| Philippines | $148K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $143K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $114K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $105K | 2% |
| United States | $104K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa filament lamps (other) exports (HS 8539.29): 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 8539.29: Lamps: filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), n.e.c. in item no. 8539.2.
Common questions
What is the value of filament lamps (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported filament lamps (other) worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 202 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy filament lamps (other) from South Africa?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Botswana (11%) and Namibia (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average export price of filament lamps (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $29.68 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $20.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of filament lamps (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import filament lamps (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Japan and India. That compares with exports of $6.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for filament lamps (other)?
The HS code for filament lamps (other) is subheading 8539.29. 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 8539 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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