High capacity AC alternators imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported high capacity ac alternators worth $33.2 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 140% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $33.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 888 t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 890 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 603 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 509 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 659 t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 1.9K t |
Where South Africa imports high capacity ac alternators from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Germany (33%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+998% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.9M | 45% |
| Germany | $10.9M | 33% |
| India | $2.9M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $862K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $760K | 2.3% |
| France | $427K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $335K | 1% |
| Denmark | $168K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $157K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.38 per kg, 37% above the world average of $10.46. 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.
High capacity AC alternators exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported high capacity ac alternators worth $6.6 million (674 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (23%), United States (17%), Lesotho (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.5M | 23% |
| United States | $1.2M | 17% |
| Lesotho | $1.1M | 17% |
| DR Congo | $554K | 8.4% |
| Namibia | $486K | 7.3% |
| Zambia | $360K | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $328K | 5% |
| Spain | $319K | 4.8% |
| Malawi | $285K | 4.3% |
| Nigeria | $148K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa high capacity ac alternators imports (HS 8501.64): 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 8501.64: Electric generators: AC generators, (alternators), of an output exceeding 750kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of high capacity ac alternators imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported high capacity ac alternators worth $33.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 140% on 2023.
Which countries supply high capacity ac alternators to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by Germany (33%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 998% on the year.
What is the average import price of high capacity ac alternators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.38 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $10.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of high capacity ac alternators to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $33.2 million in 2024, an increase of 135%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export high capacity ac alternators?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the United States and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $26.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for high capacity ac alternators?
The HS code for high capacity ac alternators is subheading 8501.64. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8501 page.
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