Ignition system parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported ignition system parts worth $24.0 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $31.9 million.
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 | $24.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $24.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $27.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $22.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $26.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $31.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $30.5M | 2.6K t |
Where South Africa imports ignition system parts from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Brazil (22%), Thailand (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.2M | 38% |
| Brazil | $5.2M | 22% |
| Thailand | $3.3M | 14% |
| Japan | $3.1M | 13% |
| Romania | $655K | 2.7% |
| United States | $434K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $432K | 1.8% |
| India | $311K | 1.3% |
| Israel | $230K | 1% |
| Hungary | $169K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.05 per kg, 29% below the world average of $11.41, 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.
Ignition system parts exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.7 million of ignition system parts in 2024 (102 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (20%), Mozambique (14%), Namibia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+322% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $338K | 20% |
| Mozambique | $238K | 14% |
| Namibia | $151K | 9.1% |
| DR Congo | $109K | 6.5% |
| Eswatini | $97K | 5.9% |
| Zambia | $87K | 5.2% |
| Ghana | $75K | 4.5% |
| Tanzania | $66K | 4% |
| Angola | $41K | 2.5% |
| Kenya | $36K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa ignition system parts imports (HS 8511.90): 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 8511.90: Ignition or starting equipment: parts of the equipment of heading no. 8511, for use in spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported ignition system parts worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system parts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Brazil (22%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.05 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $11.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.5 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2018 at $31.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export ignition system parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Mozambique and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $22.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system parts?
The HS code for ignition system parts is subheading 8511.90. 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 8511 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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