LED and LCD indicator panels imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of led and lcd indicator panels by South Africa reached $14.2 million in 2024 (317 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $19.5 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 | $14.2M | 317 t |
| 2023 | $14.4M | 80 t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 74 t |
| 2021 | $13.5M | 82 t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 57 t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 82 t |
| 2018 | $16.5M | 112 t |
| 2017 | $19.5M | 144 t |
Where South Africa imports led and lcd indicator panels from
The largest suppliers were China (28%), United States (17%), Finland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 28% |
| United States | $2.4M | 17% |
| Finland | $1.6M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 9.5% |
| Singapore | $885K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $556K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $497K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $328K | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $317K | 2.2% |
| Australia | $249K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.79 per kg, 47% below the world average of $83.98, 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.
LED and LCD indicator panels exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.8 million of led and lcd indicator panels in 2024 (20 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (15%), Zambia (11%), DR Congo (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest (+600% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $426K | 15% |
| Zambia | $325K | 12% |
| DR Congo | $246K | 8.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $245K | 8.7% |
| Mozambique | $208K | 7.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $205K | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 6.5% |
| Namibia | $109K | 3.9% |
| Botswana | $102K | 3.6% |
| United States | $61K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa led and lcd indicator panels imports (HS 8531.20): 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 8531.20: Signalling apparatus: electric, sound or visual, indicator panels incorporating liquid crystal devices (LCD) or light-emitting diodes (LED), excluding those of heading no. 8512 or 8530.
Common questions
What is the value of led and lcd indicator panels imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported led and lcd indicator panels worth $14.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 317 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply led and lcd indicator panels to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Finland (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 524% on the year.
What is the average import price of led and lcd indicator panels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.79 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $83.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of led and lcd indicator panels to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.5 million in 2017 to $14.2 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2017 at $19.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export led and lcd indicator panels?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Zambia and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for led and lcd indicator panels?
The HS code for led and lcd indicator panels is subheading 8531.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8531 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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