Prosthetics (non-joint) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $53.3 million (141 tonnes). That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $53.3M | 141 t |
| 2023 | $36.3M | 110 t |
| 2022 | $37.6M | 203 t |
| 2021 | $27.3M | 122 t |
| 2020 | $22.0M | 153 t |
| 2019 | $40.0M | 145 t |
| 2018 | $36.3M | 147 t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 124 t |
Where South Africa imports prosthetics (non-joint) from
Most of the value came from United States (26%), Belgium (12%), Ireland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+309% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $13.8M | 26% |
| Belgium | $6.3M | 12% |
| Ireland | $5.0M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 8.7% |
| Singapore | $4.4M | 8.2% |
| Mexico | $3.9M | 7.3% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| China | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| India | $1.4M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $379.09 per kg, 61% below the world average of $960.31, 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.
Prosthetics (non-joint) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.9 million of prosthetics (non-joint) in 2024 (14 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (33%), Namibia (10%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 33% |
| Namibia | $507K | 10% |
| Germany | $455K | 9.3% |
| Mauritius | $415K | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $353K | 7.2% |
| Botswana | $351K | 7.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $299K | 6.1% |
| India | $178K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $84K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $80K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa prosthetics (non-joint) imports (HS 9021.39): 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 9021.39: Artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetics (non-joint) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $53.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 141 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply prosthetics (non-joint) to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by Belgium (12%) and Ireland (9%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 309% on the year.
What is the average import price of prosthetics (non-joint) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $379.09 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $960.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prosthetics (non-joint) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $53.3 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export prosthetics (non-joint)?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Namibia and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $48.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetics (non-joint)?
The HS code for prosthetics (non-joint) is subheading 9021.39. 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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