Hydraulic and pneumatic valves imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hydraulic and pneumatic valves by South Africa reached $81.6 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $81.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $78.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $68.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $57.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $44.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $53.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $56.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $41.8M | 1.2K t |
Where South Africa imports hydraulic and pneumatic valves from
Most of the value came from United States (29%), Germany (23%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $23.6M | 29% |
| Germany | $19.1M | 23% |
| China | $5.6M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $4.4M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $3.6M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| France | $2.6M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 3% |
| Poland | $2.1M | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $2.0M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.62 per kg, close to the world average of $47.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hydraulic and pneumatic valves exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $19.7 million of hydraulic and pneumatic valves in 2024 (473 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (24%), Zambia (14%), DR Congo (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $4.8M | 24% |
| Zambia | $2.7M | 14% |
| DR Congo | $2.6M | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.3M | 12% |
| Botswana | $1.3M | 6.7% |
| Namibia | $1.2M | 5.9% |
| United States | $920K | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $458K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $393K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $286K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hydraulic and pneumatic valves imports (HS 8481.20): 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 8481.20: Valves: for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions.
Common questions
What is the value of hydraulic and pneumatic valves imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hydraulic and pneumatic valves worth $81.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydraulic and pneumatic valves to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by Germany (23%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 86 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydraulic and pneumatic valves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.62 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $47.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hydraulic and pneumatic valves to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.8 million in 2017 to $81.6 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $60.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export hydraulic and pneumatic valves?
Yes. South Africa exported $19.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zambia and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $61.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydraulic and pneumatic valves?
The HS code for hydraulic and pneumatic valves is subheading 8481.20. 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 8481 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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