Liquid elevator parts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of liquid elevator parts by South Africa reached $5.6 million in 2024 (132 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Value rose 32% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.6M | 132 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 251 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 251 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 268 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 221 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 206 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 165 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 147 t |
Where South Africa exports liquid elevator parts to
One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+352% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.8M | 51% |
| Botswana | $566K | 10% |
| Namibia | $441K | 7.8% |
| Zambia | $251K | 4.5% |
| Mozambique | $177K | 3.1% |
| Eswatini | $175K | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $169K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $117K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $111K | 2% |
| Uganda | $100K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.62 per kg, 2615% above the world average of $1.57. 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.
Liquid elevator parts imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $504 thousand of liquid elevator parts in 2024 (58 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (46%), Italy (17%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $233K | 46% |
| Italy | $85K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 10% |
| Spain | $50K | 10% |
| United States | $22K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $18K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $17K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $8K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $4K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa liquid elevator parts exports (HS 8413.92): 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 8413.92: Liquid elevators: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid elevator parts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported liquid elevator parts worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 112 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy liquid elevator parts from South Africa?
The DR Congo was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Botswana (10%) and Namibia (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 49 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average export price of liquid elevator parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $42.62 per kg in 2024, 2615% above the world average of $1.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of liquid elevator parts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import liquid elevator parts?
Yes. South Africa imported $504 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquid elevator parts?
The HS code for liquid elevator parts is subheading 8413.92. 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 8413 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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