Fishing equipment imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fishing equipment by South Africa reached $7.5 million in 2024 (325 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 18% 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 | $7.5M | 325 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 184 t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 222 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 216 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 207 t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 219 t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 217 t |
Where South Africa imports fishing equipment from
China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 55% |
| United States | $1.2M | 16% |
| Japan | $335K | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $313K | 4.2% |
| Estonia | $244K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $210K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $197K | 2.6% |
| Slovakia | $131K | 1.8% |
| France | $94K | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $90K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.09 per kg, 31% above the world average of $17.68. 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.
Fishing equipment exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported fishing equipment worth $2.4 million (84 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (30%), Australia (30%), United States (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+635% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $732K | 30% |
| Australia | $717K | 30% |
| United States | $170K | 7.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $108K | 4.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $66K | 2.8% |
| Seychelles | $58K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $51K | 2.1% |
| Mauritius | $48K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $41K | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $36K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fishing equipment imports (HS 9507.90): 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 9507.90: Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites.
Common questions
What is the value of fishing equipment imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fishing equipment worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 325 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply fishing equipment to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of fishing equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.09 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $17.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fishing equipment to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fishing equipment?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Australia and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fishing equipment?
The HS code for fishing equipment is subheading 9507.90. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9507 page.
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