Lawn and sports ground rollers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.4 million of lawn and sports ground rollers in 2024 (310 tonnes). Value fell 57% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.2 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 | $4.4M | 311 t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 976 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 864 t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 870 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 630 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 900 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 1.0K t |
Where South Africa imports lawn and sports ground rollers from
The largest suppliers were Italy (18%), Spain (17%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+218% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $808K | 18% |
| Spain | $735K | 17% |
| China | $693K | 16% |
| United States | $524K | 12% |
| Germany | $357K | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $348K | 7.8% |
| Canada | $176K | 4% |
| Brazil | $122K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $104K | 2.3% |
| Portugal | $96K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.28 per kg, 78% above the world average of $8.03. 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.
Lawn and sports ground rollers exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported lawn and sports ground rollers worth $4.2 million (488 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Eswatini (34%), Zambia (16%), Namibia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.4M | 34% |
| Zambia | $692K | 16% |
| Namibia | $324K | 7.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $200K | 4.7% |
| United States | $198K | 4.7% |
| Botswana | $162K | 3.9% |
| Malawi | $141K | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $117K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $105K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $93K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa lawn and sports ground rollers imports (HS 8432.80): 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 8432.80: Rollers: for lawns or sports-grounds.
Common questions
What is the value of lawn and sports ground rollers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported lawn and sports ground rollers worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 310 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply lawn and sports ground rollers to South Africa?
Italy was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($808 thousand), followed by Spain (17%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of lawn and sports ground rollers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.28 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $8.03 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lawn and sports ground rollers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2023 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export lawn and sports ground rollers?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Zambia and Namibia. That compares with imports of $4.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for lawn and sports ground rollers?
The HS code for lawn and sports ground rollers is subheading 8432.80. 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 8432 page.
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