Leaf springs imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported leaf springs worth $13.0 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 18% less than in 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 | $13.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $9.8M | 4.1K t |
Where South Africa imports leaf springs from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Netherlands (22%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 16% |
| India | $1.9M | 15% |
| Australia | $473K | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $448K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $405K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $306K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $249K | 1.9% |
| Hungary | $197K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.61 per kg, close to the world average of $2.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Leaf springs exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.0 million of leaf springs in 2024 (396 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (18%), Zimbabwe (11%), Zambia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+259% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $355K | 18% |
| Zimbabwe | $213K | 11% |
| Zambia | $157K | 7.9% |
| Namibia | $148K | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $134K | 6.8% |
| Mozambique | $114K | 5.7% |
| Australia | $109K | 5.5% |
| Eswatini | $79K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $69K | 3.5% |
| China | $65K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa leaf springs imports (HS 7320.10): 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 7320.10: Iron or steel: leaf-springs and leaves therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of leaf springs imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported leaf springs worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply leaf springs to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of leaf springs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.61 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $2.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of leaf springs to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.8 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2023 at $15.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export leaf springs?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for leaf springs?
The HS code for leaf springs is subheading 7320.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7320 page.
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