Motorcycle tires imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported motorcycle tires worth $6.1 million (694 tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $8.0 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 | $6.1M | 694 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 616 t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 850 t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 663 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 987 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 973 t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 1.3K t |
Where South Africa imports motorcycle tires from
The largest suppliers were Germany (16%), China (16%), Japan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $979K | 16% |
| China | $964K | 16% |
| Japan | $639K | 11% |
| India | $544K | 8.9% |
| Thailand | $493K | 8.1% |
| Indonesia | $438K | 7.2% |
| Spain | $431K | 7% |
| Vietnam | $412K | 6.7% |
| United States | $284K | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $243K | 4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.81 per kg, 62% above the world average of $5.44. 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.
Motorcycle tires exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported motorcycle tires worth $890 thousand (115 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $449K | 51% |
| Namibia | $105K | 12% |
| Kenya | $97K | 11% |
| Italy | $44K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $35K | 4% |
| Eswatini | $31K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $30K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $18K | 2% |
| Malawi | $18K | 2% |
| Botswana | $17K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa motorcycle tires imports (HS 4011.40): 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 4011.40: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motorcycles.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycle tires imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported motorcycle tires worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 694 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle tires to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($979 thousand), followed by China (16%) and Japan (10%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.81 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycle tires to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2017 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export motorcycle tires?
Yes. South Africa exported $890 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Namibia and Kenya. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycle tires?
The HS code for motorcycle tires is subheading 4011.40. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
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