Hearing aids imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hearing aids by South Africa reached $28.3 million in 2024 (123 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 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 | $28.3M | 123 t |
| 2023 | $29.6M | 42 t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 37 t |
| 2021 | $25.4M | 19 t |
| 2020 | $17.3M | 23 t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 11 t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 9 t |
Where South Africa imports hearing aids from
The largest suppliers were Denmark (26%), Australia (17%), Singapore (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $7.3M | 26% |
| Australia | $4.7M | 17% |
| Singapore | $4.2M | 15% |
| Vietnam | $3.7M | 13% |
| China | $2.8M | 9.8% |
| United States | $892K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $889K | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $732K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $721K | 2.6% |
| Sweden | $653K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $229.68 per kg, 75% below the world average of $913.34, 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.
Hearing aids exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.8 million of hearing aids in 2024 (6 tonnes). Most of it went to Poland (45%), Namibia (21%), Philippines (5%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $1.3M | 45% |
| Namibia | $609K | 22% |
| Philippines | $151K | 5.3% |
| Rwanda | $114K | 4% |
| Malaysia | $93K | 3.3% |
| Mauritius | $81K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $80K | 2.8% |
| Kenya | $64K | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $55K | 2% |
| Germany | $53K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hearing aids imports (HS 9021.40): 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 9021.40: Hearing aids (excluding parts and accessories).
Common questions
What is the value of hearing aids imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hearing aids worth $28.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 123 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply hearing aids to South Africa?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Australia (17%) and Singapore (15%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of hearing aids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $229.68 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $913.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hearing aids to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $28.3 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2023 at $29.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export hearing aids?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Namibia and the Philippines. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $25.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for hearing aids?
The HS code for hearing aids is subheading 9021.40. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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