Pneumatic engines (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pneumatic engines (other) by South Africa reached $7.0 million in 2024 (153 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $7.0M | 153 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 162 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 186 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 123 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 463 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 411 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 180 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 74 t |
Where South Africa exports pneumatic engines (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (29%), Mozambique (24%), Zambia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $2.0M | 29% |
| Mozambique | $1.7M | 24% |
| Zambia | $891K | 13% |
| DR Congo | $501K | 7.2% |
| Botswana | $403K | 5.8% |
| Lesotho | $326K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $209K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $187K | 2.7% |
| Eswatini | $96K | 1.4% |
| Norway | $88K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.37 per kg, 315% above the world average of $10.94. 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 engines (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported pneumatic engines (other) worth $4.2 million (607 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.5M | 60% |
| Germany | $365K | 8.8% |
| United Kingdom | $306K | 7.4% |
| China | $276K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $241K | 5.8% |
| Zambia | $123K | 3% |
| Lesotho | $69K | 1.7% |
| Mozambique | $36K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $33K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $31K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa pneumatic engines (other) exports (HS 8412.80): 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 8412.80: Engines: pneumatic power engines and motors, n.e.c. in heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of pneumatic engines (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported pneumatic engines (other) worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 153 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 137 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy pneumatic engines (other) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Mozambique (24%) and Zambia (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 49 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average export price of pneumatic engines (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $45.37 per kg in 2024, 315% above the world average of $10.94 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 engines (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import pneumatic engines (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pneumatic engines (other)?
The HS code for pneumatic engines (other) is subheading 8412.80. 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 8412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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