Pressure gauges imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pressure gauges by South Africa reached $41.6 million in 2024 (370 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $41.6M | 370 t |
| 2023 | $41.6M | 194 t |
| 2022 | $40.2M | 209 t |
| 2021 | $35.5M | 179 t |
| 2020 | $28.4M | 149 t |
| 2019 | $35.1M | 183 t |
| 2018 | $38.1M | 219 t |
| 2017 | $35.4M | 209 t |
Where South Africa imports pressure gauges from
The largest suppliers were Germany (30%), China (13%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, Argentina grew fastest (+742% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $12.4M | 30% |
| China | $5.5M | 13% |
| United States | $5.4M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 5.9% |
| India | $2.4M | 5.7% |
| Argentina | $1.5M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $112.56 per kg, close to the world average of $132.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pressure gauges exports from South Africa
Exports of pressure gauges by South Africa reached $9.8 million in 2024 (59 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (14%), Zambia (12%), Botswana (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $1.4M | 14% |
| Zambia | $1.1M | 12% |
| Botswana | $974K | 9.9% |
| DR Congo | $922K | 9.4% |
| Angola | $856K | 8.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $747K | 7.6% |
| Namibia | $683K | 7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $293K | 3% |
| Eswatini | $269K | 2.8% |
| Tanzania | $228K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa pressure gauges imports (HS 9026.20): 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 9026.20: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking pressure.
Common questions
What is the value of pressure gauges imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported pressure gauges worth $41.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 370 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply pressure gauges to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by China (13%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 94 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 742% on the year.
What is the average import price of pressure gauges per kg?
The average declared import value was about $112.56 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $132.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pressure gauges to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.4 million in 2017 to $41.6 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export pressure gauges?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zambia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $31.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pressure gauges?
The HS code for pressure gauges is subheading 9026.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9026 page.
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