Inflatable pleasure boats exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of inflatable pleasure boats by South Africa reached $5.5 million in 2024 (202 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 30% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.5M | 202 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 328 t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 314 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 305 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 160 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 197 t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 282 t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 314 t |
Where South Africa exports inflatable pleasure boats to
The largest buyer markets were Australia (28%), United States (18%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.5M | 28% |
| United States | $964K | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $862K | 16% |
| Mozambique | $285K | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $256K | 4.7% |
| France | $242K | 4.4% |
| New Zealand | $178K | 3.3% |
| Nigeria | $138K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $115K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $112K | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.06 per kg, 48% above the world average of $18.32. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Inflatable pleasure boats imports to South Africa
Imports of inflatable pleasure boats by South Africa reached $372 thousand in 2024 (72 tonnes). China alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $315K | 85% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 4.9% |
| Mauritius | $11K | 2.9% |
| Eswatini | $9K | 2.4% |
| United States | $6K | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $3K | 0.8% |
| France | $3K | 0.7% |
| New Zealand | $3K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa inflatable pleasure boats exports (HS 8903.10): 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 8903.10: Yachts and other vessels: for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes, inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of inflatable pleasure boats exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported inflatable pleasure boats worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 202 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 122 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy inflatable pleasure boats from South Africa?
Australia was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by the United States (18%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average export price of inflatable pleasure boats per kg?
The average declared export value was about $27.06 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $18.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of inflatable pleasure boats from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import inflatable pleasure boats?
Yes. South Africa imported $372 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for inflatable pleasure boats?
The HS code for inflatable pleasure boats is subheading 8903.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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