Prosthetic body parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prosthetic body parts by South Africa reached $64.1 million in 2024 (124 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 | $64.1M | 124 t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 117 t |
| 2022 | $61.9M | 86 t |
| 2021 | $57.0M | 82 t |
| 2020 | $44.6M | 57 t |
| 2019 | $49.6M | 71 t |
| 2018 | $55.0M | 65 t |
| 2017 | $46.6M | 58 t |
Where South Africa imports prosthetic body parts from
The largest suppliers were United States (30%), Switzerland (20%), Ireland (17%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+363% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.5M | 31% |
| Switzerland | $12.5M | 20% |
| Ireland | $10.6M | 17% |
| Germany | $5.7M | 8.9% |
| France | $5.0M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 4.5% |
| China | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Austria | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $756K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $515.93 per kg, 28% below the world average of $713.27, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prosthetic body parts exports from South Africa
Exports of prosthetic body parts by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (6 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (28%), Botswana (23%), Netherlands (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $565K | 28% |
| Botswana | $465K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $431K | 22% |
| Germany | $224K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $95K | 4.8% |
| Eswatini | $47K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $43K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $30K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $24K | 1.2% |
| Zambia | $23K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa prosthetic body parts imports (HS 9021.31): 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 9021.31: Artificial parts of the body.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetic body parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported prosthetic body parts worth $64.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply prosthetic body parts to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($19.5 million), followed by Switzerland (20%) and Ireland (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 363% on the year.
What is the average import price of prosthetic body parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $515.93 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $713.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of prosthetic body parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.6 million in 2017 to $64.1 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2023 at $64.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export prosthetic body parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $62.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetic body parts?
The HS code for prosthetic body parts is subheading 9021.31. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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