Office equipment parts (multipurpose) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of office equipment parts (multipurpose) by South Africa reached $3.1 million in 2024 (68 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $3.1M | 69 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 43 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 62 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 92 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 60 t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 83 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 72 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 34 t |
Where South Africa imports office equipment parts (multipurpose) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 55% |
| Taiwan | $375K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $160K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $157K | 5.1% |
| India | $110K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $96K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $94K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $91K | 3% |
| Botswana | $64K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $59K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.70 per kg, 27% below the world average of $61.20, 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.
Office equipment parts (multipurpose) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported office equipment parts (multipurpose) worth $2.1 million (94 tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (47%), Mozambique (12%), Botswana (8%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+691% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $987K | 47% |
| Mozambique | $245K | 12% |
| Botswana | $175K | 8.3% |
| Namibia | $156K | 7.3% |
| Zambia | $68K | 3.2% |
| Nigeria | $65K | 3.1% |
| Guinea | $56K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $55K | 2.6% |
| Eswatini | $47K | 2.2% |
| Kenya | $33K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa office equipment parts (multipurpose) imports (HS 8473.50): 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 8473.50: Machines: parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) equally suitable for use with machines of two or more of the headings 8470 to 8472.
Common questions
What is the value of office equipment parts (multipurpose) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported office equipment parts (multipurpose) worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply office equipment parts (multipurpose) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Taiwan (12%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 665% on the year.
What is the average import price of office equipment parts (multipurpose) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.70 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $61.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of office equipment parts (multipurpose) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2019 at $3.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export office equipment parts (multipurpose)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Mozambique and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $939 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for office equipment parts (multipurpose)?
The HS code for office equipment parts (multipurpose) is subheading 8473.50. 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 8473 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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