Fishing reel imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fishing reel by South Africa reached $6.3 million in 2024 (122 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 34% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.4 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 | $6.3M | 122 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 70 t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 139 t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 122 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 72 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 94 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 98 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 67 t |
Where South Africa imports fishing reel from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (34%), China (28%), Japan (28%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 34% |
| China | $1.8M | 28% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 28% |
| Indonesia | $268K | 4.2% |
| United States | $133K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $86K | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $41K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $32K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $13K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $13K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.83 per kg, close to the world average of $44.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fishing reel exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.1 million of fishing reel in 2024 (34 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (47%), Mauritius (11%), Namibia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $980K | 47% |
| Mauritius | $237K | 11% |
| Namibia | $209K | 10% |
| United States | $185K | 8.9% |
| Qatar | $90K | 4.3% |
| Australia | $86K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $43K | 2.1% |
| Oman | $41K | 2% |
| Bahrain | $35K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fishing reel imports (HS 9507.30): 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 9507.30: Fishing reels.
Common questions
What is the value of fishing reel imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fishing reel worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 122 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply fishing reel to South Africa?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by China (28%) and Japan (28%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of fishing reel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.83 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $44.30 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 reel to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2022 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fishing reel?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Mauritius and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fishing reel?
The HS code for fishing reel is subheading 9507.30. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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