Liquid elevators exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $2.8 million of liquid elevators in 2024 (463 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 97% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $2.8M | 463 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 60 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 57 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 67 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 96 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 59 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 67 t |
Where South Africa exports liquid elevators to
The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (45%), Senegal (12%), Botswana (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+664% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.3M | 45% |
| Senegal | $338K | 12% |
| Botswana | $281K | 9.9% |
| Namibia | $185K | 6.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $141K | 5% |
| Mozambique | $126K | 4.5% |
| DR Congo | $96K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $85K | 3% |
| Liberia | $67K | 2.4% |
| Lesotho | $52K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.12 per kg, 30% below the world average of $8.80, 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.
Liquid elevators imports to South Africa
Imports of liquid elevators by South Africa reached $2.1 million in 2024 (648 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 78% |
| India | $252K | 12% |
| Japan | $44K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $38K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $37K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $28K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $27K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.5% |
| United States | $9K | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa liquid elevators exports (HS 8413.82): 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 8413.82: Liquid elevators.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid elevators exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported liquid elevators worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 463 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 122 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 97% on 2023.
Which countries buy liquid elevators from South Africa?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Senegal (12%) and Botswana (10%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 27 buyer countries in total. Senegal grew fastest among the top ten, up 664% on the year.
What is the average export price of liquid elevators per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.12 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $8.80 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 elevators from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import liquid elevators?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Japan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $782 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for liquid elevators?
The HS code for liquid elevators is subheading 8413.82. 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.
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