Gas cookers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported gas cookers worth $17.3 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 43% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $30.6 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 | $17.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $30.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $30.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $28.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $21.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $19.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 3.2K t |
Where South Africa imports gas cookers from
Most of the value came from China (46%), Turkey (17%), Italy (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.0M | 46% |
| Turkey | $2.9M | 17% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 17% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 14% |
| France | $286K | 1.7% |
| Poland | $281K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $211K | 1.2% |
| United States | $87K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $66K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $45K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.56 per kg, 39% below the world average of $5.86, 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.
Gas cookers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $9.9 million of gas cookers in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (40%), Namibia (16%), Zambia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $4.0M | 40% |
| Namibia | $1.6M | 16% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 13% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 11% |
| Eswatini | $589K | 5.9% |
| Lesotho | $287K | 2.9% |
| Mozambique | $255K | 2.6% |
| Malawi | $248K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $109K | 1.1% |
| Mauritius | $98K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa gas cookers imports (HS 7321.11): 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 7321.11: Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for gas fuel or for both gas and other fuels, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of gas cookers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported gas cookers worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply gas cookers to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Turkey (17%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of gas cookers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.56 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $5.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gas cookers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2023 at $30.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export gas cookers?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas cookers?
The HS code for gas cookers is subheading 7321.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7321 page.
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