Metal-reinforced hose assemblies exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of metal-reinforced hose assemblies by South Africa reached $7.2 million in 2024 (493 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 38% on 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 | $7.2M | 493 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 436 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 421 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 390 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 433 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 286 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 353 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 473 t |
Where South Africa exports metal-reinforced hose assemblies to
Most of it went to Namibia (45%), Botswana (13%), Mozambique (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.2M | 45% |
| Botswana | $962K | 13% |
| Mozambique | $816K | 11% |
| Zambia | $572K | 7.9% |
| DR Congo | $342K | 4.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $337K | 4.7% |
| Angola | $197K | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $115K | 1.6% |
| Ethiopia | $66K | 0.9% |
| Chile | $53K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.62 per kg, 29% above the world average of $11.30. 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.
Metal-reinforced hose assemblies imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $7.0 million (461 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (31%), China (17%), Bulgaria (11%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.2M | 31% |
| China | $1.2M | 17% |
| Bulgaria | $791K | 11% |
| United States | $427K | 6.1% |
| Finland | $292K | 4.2% |
| Spain | $276K | 4% |
| France | $219K | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $209K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $187K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $159K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa metal-reinforced hose assemblies exports (HS 4009.22): 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 4009.22: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, with fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of metal-reinforced hose assemblies exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 493 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal-reinforced hose assemblies from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Botswana (13%) and Mozambique (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 74 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal-reinforced hose assemblies per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.62 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $11.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of metal-reinforced hose assemblies from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import metal-reinforced hose assemblies?
Yes. South Africa imported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and Bulgaria. That compares with exports of $7.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies?
The HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies is subheading 4009.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 page.
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