Other electric industrial furnaces exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.1 million of other electric industrial furnaces in 2024 (112 tonnes). That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.2 million.
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 | $3.1M | 112 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 505 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 491 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 205 t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 308 t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 632 t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 180 t |
Where South Africa exports other electric industrial furnaces to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (14%), DR Congo (10%), Zimbabwe (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $419K | 14% |
| DR Congo | $306K | 9.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $284K | 9.2% |
| Ghana | $254K | 8.2% |
| Suriname | $232K | 7.5% |
| Senegal | $196K | 6.3% |
| Lesotho | $140K | 4.5% |
| Ethiopia | $137K | 4.4% |
| Brazil | $108K | 3.5% |
| Australia | $104K | 3.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.70 per kg, 171% above the world average of $10.23. 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.
Other electric industrial furnaces imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported other electric industrial furnaces worth $2.0 million (27 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+401% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 60% |
| United States | $249K | 13% |
| Austria | $249K | 13% |
| Germany | $74K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $70K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $51K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $37K | 1.9% |
| India | $21K | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $12K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $8K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa other electric industrial furnaces exports (HS 8514.30): 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 8514.30: Furnaces and ovens: electric, for industrial or laboratory use, other than those functioning by induction, dielectric loss or resistance heated.
Common questions
What is the value of other electric industrial furnaces exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported other electric industrial furnaces worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 112 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 112 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy other electric industrial furnaces from South Africa?
Germany was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($419 thousand), followed by the DR Congo (10%) and Zimbabwe (9%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Ethiopia grew fastest among the top ten, up 854% on the year.
What is the average export price of other electric industrial furnaces per kg?
The average declared export value was about $27.70 per kg in 2024, 171% above the world average of $10.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of other electric industrial furnaces from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $17.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import other electric industrial furnaces?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and Austria. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other electric industrial furnaces?
The HS code for other electric industrial furnaces is subheading 8514.30. 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 8514 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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