Gas liquefaction equipment exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $5.2 million of gas liquefaction equipment in 2024 (110 tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 49% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.2M | 110 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 93 t |
| 2022 | $22.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 77 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 49 t |
| 2019 | $319K | 11 t |
| 2018 | $353K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $320K | 11 t |
Where South Africa exports gas liquefaction equipment to
One buyer market dominates: Australia accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $4.1M | 78% |
| Dominican Republic | $300K | 5.8% |
| Zambia | $178K | 3.4% |
| Senegal | $142K | 2.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $141K | 2.7% |
| Mozambique | $80K | 1.5% |
| Botswana | $78K | 1.5% |
| United States | $59K | 1.1% |
| Malawi | $46K | 0.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $45K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.19 per kg, 157% above the world average of $18.34. 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 liquefaction equipment imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $2.3 million of gas liquefaction equipment in 2024 (323 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (38%), India (37%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+526% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $887K | 38% |
| India | $864K | 37% |
| China | $139K | 6% |
| France | $123K | 5.3% |
| United States | $106K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 3.6% |
| Mozambique | $35K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $32K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $30K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $8K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa gas liquefaction equipment exports (HS 8419.60): 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 8419.60: Machinery: for liquefying air or gas, not used for domestic purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of gas liquefaction equipment exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported gas liquefaction equipment worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 110 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 84 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy gas liquefaction equipment from South Africa?
Australia was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (6%) and Zambia (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 376% on the year.
What is the average export price of gas liquefaction equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $47.19 per kg in 2024, 157% above the world average of $18.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of gas liquefaction equipment from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $320 thousand in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $22.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import gas liquefaction equipment?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and China. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas liquefaction equipment?
The HS code for gas liquefaction equipment is subheading 8419.60. 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 8419 page.
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