Lamp metal parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $15.9 million of lamp metal parts in 2024 (854 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $19.9 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 | $15.9M | 854 t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 703 t |
| 2022 | $19.9M | 887 t |
| 2021 | $18.2M | 944 t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 713 t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 982 t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 771 t |
Where South Africa imports lamp metal parts from
China alone supplied 88% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.0M | 88% |
| Germany | $479K | 3% |
| Spain | $218K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $179K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $139K | 0.9% |
| United States | $108K | 0.7% |
| Czech Republic | $107K | 0.7% |
| Hungary | $98K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $90K | 0.6% |
| Philippines | $85K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.63 per kg, 124% above the world average of $8.32. 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.
Lamp metal parts exports from South Africa
Exports of lamp metal parts by South Africa reached $4.1 million in 2024 (413 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (23%), Namibia (18%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $948K | 23% |
| Namibia | $743K | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $431K | 10% |
| Zambia | $384K | 9.3% |
| Lesotho | $362K | 8.8% |
| Mozambique | $175K | 4.2% |
| DR Congo | $126K | 3.1% |
| Eswatini | $118K | 2.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $111K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $105K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa lamp metal parts imports (HS 9405.99): 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 9405.99: Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of materials other than glass or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of lamp metal parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported lamp metal parts worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 854 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply lamp metal parts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by Germany (3%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average import price of lamp metal parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.63 per kg in 2024, 124% above the world average of $8.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lamp metal parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export lamp metal parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for lamp metal parts?
The HS code for lamp metal parts is subheading 9405.99. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
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