Industrial trucks (other power) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported industrial trucks (other power) worth $12.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 414% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $12.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 189 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 149 t |
| 2021 | $646K | 84 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 307 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 129 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 425 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 279 t |
Where South Africa imports industrial trucks (other power) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.1M | 67% |
| France | $1.6M | 13% |
| United States | $972K | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $938K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $282K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $65K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $60K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $26K | 0.2% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.91 per kg, close to the world average of $9.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Industrial trucks (other power) exports from South Africa
Exports of industrial trucks (other power) by South Africa reached $1.1 million in 2024 (138 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (32%), Namibia (21%), Lesotho (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $362K | 32% |
| Namibia | $238K | 21% |
| Lesotho | $187K | 16% |
| Seychelles | $132K | 12% |
| Ireland | $104K | 9.2% |
| Kenya | $32K | 2.8% |
| Madagascar | $30K | 2.6% |
| Eswatini | $24K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $10K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa industrial trucks (other power) imports (HS 8709.19): 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 8709.19: Vehicles: (not electrical), self-propelled, without handling equipment, used for short distance transport of goods in factories, airports and such, and tractors of the type used on railway station platforms.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial trucks (other power) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported industrial trucks (other power) worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 196 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 414% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial trucks (other power) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by France (13%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 881% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial trucks (other power) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.91 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $9.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of industrial trucks (other power) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 369%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export industrial trucks (other power)?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Namibia and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial trucks (other power)?
The HS code for industrial trucks (other power) is subheading 8709.19. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8709 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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