Household vacuum cleaners imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of household vacuum cleaners by South Africa reached $26.8 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 83% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $26.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 723 t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 717 t |
| 2021 | $15.4M | 868 t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 681 t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 582 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 452 t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 504 t |
Where South Africa imports household vacuum cleaners from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+507% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.8M | 63% |
| Germany | $5.8M | 22% |
| Romania | $1.4M | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $459K | 1.7% |
| Philippines | $301K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $234K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $153K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $146K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $90K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.77 per kg, 35% below the world average of $19.69, 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.
Household vacuum cleaners exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $956 thousand of household vacuum cleaners in 2024 (58 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (20%), Mozambique (16%), Lesotho (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $190K | 20% |
| Mozambique | $153K | 16% |
| Lesotho | $149K | 16% |
| Botswana | $91K | 9.5% |
| Zambia | $89K | 9.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $72K | 7.5% |
| Mauritius | $46K | 4.8% |
| Kenya | $43K | 4.5% |
| Eswatini | $35K | 3.6% |
| Malawi | $31K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa household vacuum cleaners imports (HS 8508.11): 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 8508.11: Vacuum cleaners, with self-contained electric motor, of a power not exceeding 1,500 W and having a dust bag or other receptacle capacity not exceeding 20L.
Common questions
What is the value of household vacuum cleaners imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported household vacuum cleaners worth $26.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply household vacuum cleaners to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by Germany (22%) and Romania (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 507% on the year.
What is the average import price of household vacuum cleaners per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.77 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $19.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of household vacuum cleaners to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $26.8 million in 2024, an increase of 316%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export household vacuum cleaners?
Yes. South Africa exported $956 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Mozambique and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $25.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for household vacuum cleaners?
The HS code for household vacuum cleaners is subheading 8508.11. 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 8508 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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