Industrial X-ray equipment imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported industrial x-ray equipment worth $20.2 million (314 tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $20.2M | 314 t |
| 2023 | $22.5M | 233 t |
| 2022 | $20.1M | 546 t |
| 2021 | $18.2M | 289 t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 307 t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 110 t |
| 2018 | $17.4M | 142 t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa imports industrial x-ray equipment from
Most of the value came from United States (22%), Germany (18%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.4M | 22% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 18% |
| China | $2.6M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $2.2M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 8.3% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 8.1% |
| Russia | $1.2M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $851K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $725K | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $402K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.39 per kg, 31% below the world average of $93.54, 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.
Industrial X-ray equipment exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported industrial x-ray equipment worth $6.7 million (396 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (13%), Nigeria (10%), Zimbabwe (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $890K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $695K | 10% |
| Zimbabwe | $547K | 8.2% |
| Angola | $515K | 7.7% |
| United States | $418K | 6.3% |
| Lesotho | $407K | 6.1% |
| DR Congo | $326K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $320K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $269K | 4% |
| Mexico | $246K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa industrial x-ray equipment imports (HS 9022.19): 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 9022.19: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for other than medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial x-ray equipment imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported industrial x-ray equipment worth $20.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 314 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial x-ray equipment to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Germany (18%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial x-ray equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.39 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $93.54 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 x-ray equipment to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $20.2 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2023 at $22.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export industrial x-ray equipment?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial x-ray equipment?
The HS code for industrial x-ray equipment is subheading 9022.19. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9022 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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