Multiple loudspeaker systems imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $45.1 million of multiple loudspeaker systems in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 26% 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 | $45.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $35.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $44.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $32.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 964 t |
| 2019 | $33.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $29.6M | 1.2K t |
Where South Africa imports multiple loudspeaker systems from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.0M | 69% |
| Vietnam | $4.8M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 2.4% |
| France | $891K | 2% |
| United States | $883K | 2% |
| Mexico | $827K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $747K | 1.7% |
| Denmark | $704K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $635K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.15 per kg, 51% below the world average of $24.60, 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.
Multiple loudspeaker systems exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported multiple loudspeaker systems worth $3.6 million (115 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (18%), China (11%), Zambia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+808% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $641K | 18% |
| China | $418K | 12% |
| Zambia | $355K | 9.8% |
| Namibia | $328K | 9% |
| United States | $275K | 7.5% |
| Eswatini | $223K | 6.1% |
| Japan | $156K | 4.3% |
| Lesotho | $152K | 4.2% |
| Singapore | $138K | 3.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $121K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa multiple loudspeaker systems imports (HS 8518.22): 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 8518.22: Loudspeakers: multiple, mounted in the same enclosure.
Common questions
What is the value of multiple loudspeaker systems imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported multiple loudspeaker systems worth $45.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply multiple loudspeaker systems to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($31.0 million), followed by Vietnam (11%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 554% on the year.
What is the average import price of multiple loudspeaker systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.15 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $24.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multiple loudspeaker systems to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.6 million in 2017 to $45.1 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export multiple loudspeaker systems?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, China and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $41.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for multiple loudspeaker systems?
The HS code for multiple loudspeaker systems is subheading 8518.22. 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 8518 page.
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