Non-electric furnace parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported non-electric furnace parts worth $19.1 million (839 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 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 | $19.1M | 839 t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 878 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 588 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 650 t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 974 t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports non-electric furnace parts from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (37%), Germany (16%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7.1M | 37% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 16% |
| China | $2.8M | 15% |
| United States | $1.3M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $847K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $746K | 3.9% |
| Luxembourg | $595K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $418K | 2.2% |
| France | $266K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.81 per kg, 114% above the world average of $10.65. 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.
Non-electric furnace parts exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported non-electric furnace parts worth $6.2 million (301 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (30%), Australia (16%), Namibia (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+427% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.8M | 30% |
| Australia | $962K | 16% |
| Namibia | $378K | 6.1% |
| United States | $342K | 5.5% |
| Senegal | $240K | 3.9% |
| Qatar | $238K | 3.9% |
| Ghana | $199K | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $181K | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $159K | 2.6% |
| India | $148K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa non-electric furnace parts imports (HS 8417.90): 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 8417.90: Furnaces and ovens: parts of non-electric furnaces and ovens (including incinerators), of industrial or laboratory use.
Common questions
What is the value of non-electric furnace parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported non-electric furnace parts worth $19.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 839 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-electric furnace parts to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Germany (16%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Luxembourg grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-electric furnace parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.81 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $10.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-electric furnace parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $19.1 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export non-electric furnace parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Australia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-electric furnace parts?
The HS code for non-electric furnace parts is subheading 8417.90. 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 8417 page.
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