Manual bending and folding presses imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported manual bending and folding presses worth $20.5 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 175% 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 | $20.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 755 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 853 t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 6.8K t |
Where South Africa imports manual bending and folding presses from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (26%), United States (23%), China (22%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.4M | 27% |
| United States | $4.8M | 23% |
| China | $4.6M | 22% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 9.5% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $931K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $811K | 4% |
| Moldova | $242K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $174K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $103K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.94 per kg, 261% above the world average of $3.31. 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.
Manual bending and folding presses exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported manual bending and folding presses worth $882 thousand (412 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (31%), Zimbabwe (16%), Zambia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $277K | 31% |
| Zimbabwe | $138K | 16% |
| Zambia | $107K | 12% |
| Spain | $65K | 7.4% |
| Botswana | $39K | 4.4% |
| Lesotho | $36K | 4.1% |
| India | $31K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $19K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $17K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $17K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 8462.29: Machine-tools: bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), (other than numerically controlled), for working metal.
Common questions
What is the value of manual bending and folding presses imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported manual bending and folding presses worth $20.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 175% on 2023.
Which countries supply manual bending and folding presses to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the United States (23%) and China (22%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 918% on the year.
What is the average import price of manual bending and folding presses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.94 per kg in 2024, 261% above the world average of $3.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of manual bending and folding presses to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $20.5 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export manual bending and folding presses?
Yes. South Africa exported $882 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $19.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual bending and folding presses?
The HS code for manual bending and folding presses is subheading 8462.29. 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 8462 page.
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