Foundry equipment parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of foundry equipment parts by South Africa reached $7.3 million in 2024 (573 tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.0 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 | $7.3M | 573 t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 685 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 372 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 284 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 592 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 422 t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 270 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 274 t |
Where South Africa imports foundry equipment parts from
The largest suppliers were France (15%), Italy (15%), China (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+368% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 15% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 15% |
| China | $917K | 13% |
| Thailand | $844K | 12% |
| India | $651K | 8.9% |
| Austria | $634K | 8.7% |
| Switzerland | $401K | 5.5% |
| United States | $268K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $238K | 3.3% |
| Chile | $233K | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.74 per kg, close to the world average of $11.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Foundry equipment parts exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported foundry equipment parts worth $1.2 million (59 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (35%), Zimbabwe (27%), Germany (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+275% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $438K | 36% |
| Zimbabwe | $334K | 27% |
| Germany | $164K | 13% |
| Israel | $52K | 4.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $50K | 4.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $43K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $34K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $30K | 2.5% |
| China | $26K | 2.1% |
| DR Congo | $16K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa foundry equipment parts imports (HS 8454.90): 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 8454.90: Machines: parts of converters, ladles, ingot moulds and casting machines, of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries.
Common questions
What is the value of foundry equipment parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported foundry equipment parts worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 573 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply foundry equipment parts to South Africa?
France was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Italy (15%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 368% on the year.
What is the average import price of foundry equipment parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.74 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $11.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of foundry equipment parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. The peak was 2023 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export foundry equipment parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for foundry equipment parts?
The HS code for foundry equipment parts is subheading 8454.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8454 page.
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