Low voltage fuses imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of low voltage fuses by South Africa reached $13.1 million in 2024 (894 tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $19.1 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 | $13.1M | 894 t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 697 t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 524 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 407 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 789 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 330 t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 411 t |
Where South Africa imports low voltage fuses from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (25%), China (25%), United Kingdom (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+617% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.3M | 25% |
| China | $3.2M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 12% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 8.3% |
| India | $554K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $536K | 4.1% |
| France | $468K | 3.6% |
| United States | $317K | 2.4% |
| Hungary | $310K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $202K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.68 per kg, 54% below the world average of $31.65, 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.
Low voltage fuses exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $9.7 million of low voltage fuses in 2024 (227 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Austria accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $6.7M | 69% |
| Namibia | $369K | 3.8% |
| Eswatini | $302K | 3.1% |
| Senegal | $298K | 3.1% |
| Zambia | $289K | 3% |
| Mozambique | $227K | 2.3% |
| Botswana | $218K | 2.3% |
| Kuwait | $181K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $167K | 1.7% |
| DR Congo | $150K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa low voltage fuses imports (HS 8536.10): 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 8536.10: Electrical apparatus: fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of low voltage fuses imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported low voltage fuses worth $13.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 894 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply low voltage fuses to South Africa?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (25%) and the United Kingdom (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 617% on the year.
What is the average import price of low voltage fuses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.68 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $31.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of low voltage fuses to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $13.1 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. The peak was 2023 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export low voltage fuses?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for low voltage fuses?
The HS code for low voltage fuses is subheading 8536.10. 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 8536 page.
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