Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $40.4 million of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 130 countries. That is 47% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $61.7 million.
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 | $40.4M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $27.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $61.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $14.6M | 927 t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $23.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $29.8M | 2.4K t |
Where South Africa exports mineral pelletizing and shaping machines to
The largest buyer markets were Chile (44%), Zimbabwe (17%), Angola (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $17.9M | 44% |
| Zimbabwe | $6.9M | 17% |
| Angola | $3.1M | 7.6% |
| Nigeria | $1.8M | 4.4% |
| Botswana | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| Mozambique | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| DR Congo | $1.4M | 3.5% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Namibia | $931K | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $715K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.98 per kg, 67% below the world average of $8.95, 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.
Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $19.7 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.7M | 65% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 15% |
| Romania | $1.0M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $760K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $647K | 3.3% |
| Denmark | $583K | 3% |
| Spain | $231K | 1.2% |
| Finland | $177K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $150K | 0.8% |
| New Zealand | $139K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mineral pelletizing and shaping machines exports (HS 8474.80): 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 8474.80: Machines: for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, machines for forming foundry moulds of sand.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $40.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 130 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral pelletizing and shaping machines from South Africa?
Chile was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($17.9 million), followed by Zimbabwe (17%) and Angola (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 57 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.98 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $8.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $29.8 million in 2017 to $40.4 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2022 at $61.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
Yes. South Africa imported $19.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and Romania. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
The HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines is subheading 8474.80. 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 8474 page.
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