Manganese dioxide batteries imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $15.4 million of manganese dioxide batteries in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more 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 | $15.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $13.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa imports manganese dioxide batteries from
The largest suppliers were Singapore (30%), China (28%), Belgium (23%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $4.7M | 30% |
| China | $4.4M | 29% |
| Belgium | $3.6M | 23% |
| Indonesia | $1.0M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $882K | 5.7% |
| United States | $259K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $217K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $158K | 1% |
| Poland | $73K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $54K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.23 per kg, close to the world average of $5.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Manganese dioxide batteries exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.8 million of manganese dioxide batteries in 2024 (257 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (34%), Lesotho (14%), Zambia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+775% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $593K | 34% |
| Lesotho | $239K | 14% |
| Zambia | $227K | 13% |
| Eswatini | $187K | 11% |
| Botswana | $119K | 6.8% |
| Namibia | $114K | 6.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $82K | 4.7% |
| Angola | $52K | 2.9% |
| United States | $31K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $28K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa manganese dioxide batteries imports (HS 8506.10): 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 8506.10: Cells and batteries: primary, manganese dioxide.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese dioxide batteries imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported manganese dioxide batteries worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply manganese dioxide batteries to South Africa?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by China (28%) and Belgium (23%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 680% on the year.
What is the average import price of manganese dioxide batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.23 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of manganese dioxide batteries to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export manganese dioxide batteries?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Lesotho and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for manganese dioxide batteries?
The HS code for manganese dioxide batteries is subheading 8506.10. 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 8506 page.
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