Hammers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported hammers worth $4.1 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 46% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports hammers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+595% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 76% |
| India | $554K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $128K | 3.1% |
| United States | $71K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $63K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $42K | 1% |
| Spain | $26K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $18K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.4% |
| Lesotho | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.61 per kg, 33% below the world average of $3.89, 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.
Hammers exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported hammers worth $3.2 million (490 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Namibia (18%), Botswana (13%), Australia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $585K | 18% |
| Botswana | $428K | 13% |
| Australia | $331K | 10% |
| Zambia | $300K | 9.3% |
| Eswatini | $236K | 7.3% |
| Lesotho | $210K | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $208K | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $144K | 4.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $114K | 3.6% |
| United States | $102K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hammers imports (HS 8205.20): 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 8205.20: Tools, hand: hammers and sledge hammers.
Common questions
What is the value of hammers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hammers worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply hammers to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by India (13%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 595% on the year.
What is the average import price of hammers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.61 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $3.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hammers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export hammers?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Australia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $938 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for hammers?
The HS code for hammers is subheading 8205.20. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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