Non-motorized vehicles (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported non-motorized vehicles (other) worth $16.4 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 61% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $16.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 2.1K t |
Where South Africa exports non-motorized vehicles (other) to
Most of it went to Namibia (45%), Botswana (14%), Eswatini (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+551% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $7.3M | 45% |
| Botswana | $2.3M | 14% |
| Eswatini | $1.7M | 10% |
| Zambia | $1.4M | 8.5% |
| Mozambique | $856K | 5.2% |
| Malawi | $757K | 4.6% |
| Lesotho | $523K | 3.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $424K | 2.6% |
| DR Congo | $355K | 2.2% |
| Angola | $332K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.61 per kg, 96% above the world average of $4.90. 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-motorized vehicles (other) imports to South Africa
Imports of non-motorized vehicles (other) by South Africa reached $10.2 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.4M | 73% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 14% |
| India | $256K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $235K | 2.3% |
| United States | $140K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $135K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $83K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $63K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $56K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa non-motorized vehicles (other) exports (HS 8716.80): 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 8716.80: Vehicles: n.e.c. in heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of non-motorized vehicles (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported non-motorized vehicles (other) worth $16.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 167 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 61% on 2023.
Which countries buy non-motorized vehicles (other) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Botswana (14%) and Eswatini (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 58 buyer countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 551% on the year.
What is the average export price of non-motorized vehicles (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.61 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $4.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of non-motorized vehicles (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $16.4 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also import non-motorized vehicles (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and India. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-motorized vehicles (other)?
The HS code for non-motorized vehicles (other) is subheading 8716.80. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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