Film camera parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of film camera parts by South Africa reached $3.6 million in 2024 (19 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.6 million.
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 | $3.6M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 36 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 35 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 36 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 21 t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 34 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 47 t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 43 t |
Where South Africa imports film camera parts from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 51% |
| Germany | $456K | 13% |
| China | $368K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $190K | 5.3% |
| Japan | $178K | 5% |
| Canada | $114K | 3.2% |
| France | $112K | 3.1% |
| India | $66K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $49K | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $33K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $188.14 per kg, 179% above the world average of $67.35. 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.
Film camera parts exports from South Africa
Exports of film camera parts by South Africa reached $1.2 million in 2024 (12 tonnes). Most of it went to Angola (26%), United Kingdom (14%), Zambia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $310K | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $171K | 14% |
| Zambia | $135K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $118K | 10% |
| United States | $69K | 5.9% |
| DR Congo | $60K | 5.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $55K | 4.6% |
| Namibia | $54K | 4.6% |
| China | $49K | 4.1% |
| Chile | $36K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 9007.91: Cameras, cinematographic: parts and accessories, whether or not incorporating sound recording apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of film camera parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported film camera parts worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply film camera parts to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (13%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average import price of film camera parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $188.14 per kg in 2024, 179% above the world average of $67.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of film camera parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2019 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export film camera parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the United Kingdom and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for film camera parts?
The HS code for film camera parts is subheading 9007.91. 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 9007 page.
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