Fixed capacitors (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.1 million of fixed capacitors (other) in 2024 (260 tonnes). Value fell 40% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $7.9 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 | $4.1M | 260 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 70 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 465 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 717 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 319 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 526 t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 741 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 352 t |
Where South Africa imports fixed capacitors (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 69% |
| Taiwan | $266K | 6.5% |
| Japan | $248K | 6.1% |
| India | $118K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $112K | 2.7% |
| United States | $107K | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $56K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $55K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $47K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $44K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.78 per kg, 37% below the world average of $25.21, 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.
Fixed capacitors (other) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $954 thousand of fixed capacitors (other) in 2024 (23 tonnes). Most of it went to Vietnam (50%), United States (10%), Mozambique (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $472K | 50% |
| United States | $99K | 10% |
| Mozambique | $97K | 10% |
| Brazil | $65K | 6.8% |
| DR Congo | $59K | 6.1% |
| Namibia | $47K | 5% |
| Botswana | $29K | 3.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $25K | 2.6% |
| Mauritius | $17K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fixed capacitors (other) imports (HS 8532.29): 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 8532.29: Electrical capacitors: fixed, n.e.c. in heading no. 8532.
Common questions
What is the value of fixed capacitors (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fixed capacitors (other) worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 260 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply fixed capacitors (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Taiwan (6%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of fixed capacitors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.78 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $25.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fixed capacitors (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2019 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fixed capacitors (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $954 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Vietnam, the United States and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fixed capacitors (other)?
The HS code for fixed capacitors (other) is subheading 8532.29. 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 8532 page.
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