Nickel-cadmium batteries imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $3.6 million of nickel-cadmium batteries in 2024 (302 tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.3 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 | $3.6M | 302 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 477 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 505 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 753 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 879 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 316 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 345 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 865 t |
Where South Africa imports nickel-cadmium batteries from
Most of the value came from Sweden (50%), China (22%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $1.8M | 50% |
| China | $809K | 22% |
| United States | $319K | 8.7% |
| Czech Republic | $284K | 7.8% |
| Germany | $135K | 3.7% |
| France | $123K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $43K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $23K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.10 per kg, 53% below the world average of $25.85, 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.
Nickel-cadmium batteries exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $973 thousand (26 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (32%), Botswana (15%), Zimbabwe (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+676% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $307K | 32% |
| Botswana | $145K | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $121K | 13% |
| Ireland | $118K | 12% |
| Liberia | $80K | 8.2% |
| Uganda | $66K | 6.8% |
| United States | $24K | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $23K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $21K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $16K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa nickel-cadmium batteries imports (HS 8507.30): 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 8507.30: Electric accumulators: nickel-cadmium, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of nickel-cadmium batteries imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 302 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel-cadmium batteries to South Africa?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (22%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel-cadmium batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.10 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $25.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel-cadmium batteries to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $5.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export nickel-cadmium batteries?
Yes. South Africa exported $973 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries?
The HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries is subheading 8507.30. 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 8507 page.
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