Paper and paperboard machinery parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $38.5 million of paper and paperboard machinery parts in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 69% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $38.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.5M | 585 t |
| 2021 | $28.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 401 t |
| 2019 | $20.7M | 746 t |
| 2018 | $18.2M | 705 t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 440 t |
Where South Africa imports paper and paperboard machinery parts from
Most of the value came from Spain (29%), Germany (27%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $11.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $10.4M | 27% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 10% |
| China | $3.9M | 10% |
| Finland | $2.2M | 5.8% |
| Sweden | $1.6M | 4.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Austria | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Norway | $749K | 2% |
| United States | $747K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.27 per kg, 111% above the world average of $15.32. 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.
Paper and paperboard machinery parts exports from South Africa
Exports of paper and paperboard machinery parts by South Africa reached $575 thousand in 2024 (62 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (31%), United States (16%), Spain (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $180K | 31% |
| United States | $93K | 16% |
| Spain | $92K | 16% |
| Sweden | $45K | 7.8% |
| Eswatini | $35K | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $35K | 6% |
| Namibia | $22K | 3.8% |
| Finland | $17K | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $10K | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa paper and paperboard machinery parts imports (HS 8439.99): 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 8439.99: Machinery: parts of machinery for making or finishing paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and paperboard machinery parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported paper and paperboard machinery parts worth $38.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 181 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and paperboard machinery parts to South Africa?
Spain was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by Germany (27%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and paperboard machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.27 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $15.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper and paperboard machinery parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $38.5 million in 2024, an increase of 243%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export paper and paperboard machinery parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $575 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Spain. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $37.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and paperboard machinery parts?
The HS code for paper and paperboard machinery parts is subheading 8439.99. 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 8439 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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