Industrial steam turbines (medium power) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported industrial steam turbines (medium power) worth $3.6 million (342 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 167% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 55% 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 | $3.6M | 342 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 28 t |
| 2022 | $690K | 20 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 33 t |
| 2020 | $44K | 10 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $162K | 61 t |
Where South Africa imports industrial steam turbines (medium power) from
The largest suppliers were China (48%), Brazil (45%), Italy (5%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 48% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 45% |
| Italy | $188K | 5.3% |
| United States | $35K | 1% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.41 per kg, 67% below the world average of $31.26, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa industrial steam turbines (medium power) imports (HS 8406.82): 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 8406.82: Turbines: steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output not exceeding 40MW.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial steam turbines (medium power) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported industrial steam turbines (medium power) worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 342 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 120 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 167% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial steam turbines (medium power) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Brazil (45%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of industrial steam turbines (medium power) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.41 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $31.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial steam turbines (medium power) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $162 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial steam turbines (medium power)?
The HS code for industrial steam turbines (medium power) is subheading 8406.82. 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 8406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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