Printing machinery parts (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $309.0 million of printing machinery parts (other) in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $428.5 million.
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 | $309.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $289.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $312.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $320.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $270.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $383.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $428.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $374.4M | 5.9K t |
Where South Africa imports printing machinery parts (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (29%), China (28%), Malaysia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $89.9M | 29% |
| China | $86.9M | 28% |
| Malaysia | $30.6M | 9.9% |
| Vietnam | $18.8M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $16.5M | 5.3% |
| United States | $9.2M | 3% |
| Poland | $8.3M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $7.7M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $6.8M | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $6.8M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $80.46 per kg, 73% above the world average of $46.40. 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.
Printing machinery parts (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported printing machinery parts (other) worth $55.1 million (743 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (27%), Namibia (20%), Hong Kong (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+731% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $15.1M | 27% |
| Namibia | $11.2M | 20% |
| Hong Kong | $4.0M | 7.3% |
| Eswatini | $3.0M | 5.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.0M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 4.5% |
| Mozambique | $1.8M | 3.4% |
| Zambia | $1.5M | 2.8% |
| Mauritius | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa printing machinery parts (other) imports (HS 8443.99): 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 8443.99: Printing machinery: parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery parts (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported printing machinery parts (other) worth $309.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing machinery parts (other) to South Africa?
Japan was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($89.9 million), followed by China (28%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 89 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $80.46 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $46.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printing machinery parts (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $374.4 million in 2017 to $309.0 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $428.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $336.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export printing machinery parts (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $55.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Hong Kong. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $253.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for printing machinery parts (other) is subheading 8443.99. 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 8443 page.
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