Gas generator parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported gas generator parts worth $2.0 million (42 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 187% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
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 | $2.0M | 42 t |
| 2023 | $712K | 50 t |
| 2022 | $939K | 11 t |
| 2021 | $567K | 8 t |
| 2020 | $438K | 27 t |
| 2019 | $473K | 11 t |
| 2018 | $402K | 11 t |
| 2017 | $577K | 15 t |
Where South Africa imports gas generator parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 66% |
| India | $218K | 11% |
| Germany | $201K | 9.9% |
| Denmark | $106K | 5.2% |
| United States | $77K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $53K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $8K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.78 per kg, 265% above the world average of $13.36. 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.
Gas generator parts exports from South Africa
Exports of gas generator parts by South Africa reached $359 thousand in 2024 (5 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (39%), DR Congo (19%), Liberia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+513% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $139K | 39% |
| DR Congo | $69K | 19% |
| Liberia | $51K | 14% |
| Lesotho | $30K | 8.5% |
| Namibia | $19K | 5.2% |
| Malawi | $15K | 4.1% |
| Zambia | $6K | 1.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 1.5% |
| Sierra Leone | $5K | 1.4% |
| Uganda | $5K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa gas generator parts imports (HS 8405.90): 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 8405.90: Generators: parts of producer gas, water gas, acetylene gas and similar water process gas generators, with or without their purifiers.
Common questions
What is the value of gas generator parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported gas generator parts worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 187% on 2023.
Which countries supply gas generator parts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (11%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 598% on the year.
What is the average import price of gas generator parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.78 per kg in 2024, 265% above the world average of $13.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gas generator parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $576 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 254%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $768 thousand a year.
Does South Africa also export gas generator parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $359 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, the DR Congo and Liberia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas generator parts?
The HS code for gas generator parts is subheading 8405.90. 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 8405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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