Pneumatic conveyor systems exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pneumatic conveyor systems by South Africa reached $4.0 million in 2024 (124 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $6.2 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 | $4.0M | 124 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 199 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 171 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 158 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 368 t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 265 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 193 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 154 t |
Where South Africa exports pneumatic conveyor systems to
The largest buyer markets were Australia (32%), United States (15%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.3M | 32% |
| United States | $598K | 15% |
| Namibia | $593K | 15% |
| Eswatini | $374K | 9.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $240K | 6.1% |
| DR Congo | $208K | 5.3% |
| Zambia | $115K | 2.9% |
| Botswana | $110K | 2.8% |
| Madagascar | $80K | 2% |
| India | $60K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.01 per kg, 152% above the world average of $12.70. 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.
Pneumatic conveyor systems imports to South Africa
Imports of pneumatic conveyor systems by South Africa reached $1.4 million in 2024 (287 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (15%), India (14%), France (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $217K | 15% |
| India | $192K | 14% |
| France | $190K | 14% |
| China | $150K | 11% |
| Italy | $144K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $101K | 7.2% |
| Denmark | $78K | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $68K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $64K | 4.6% |
| Thailand | $49K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa pneumatic conveyor systems exports (HS 8428.20): 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 8428.20: Elevators and conveyors: pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of pneumatic conveyor systems exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported pneumatic conveyor systems worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 117 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy pneumatic conveyor systems from South Africa?
Australia was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by the United States (15%) and Namibia (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 862% on the year.
What is the average export price of pneumatic conveyor systems per kg?
The average declared export value was about $32.01 per kg in 2024, 152% above the world average of $12.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of pneumatic conveyor systems from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2019 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import pneumatic conveyor systems?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and France. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for pneumatic conveyor systems?
The HS code for pneumatic conveyor systems is subheading 8428.20. 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 8428 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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