Pulleys and flywheels imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $49.1 million of pulleys and flywheels in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 34% more than in 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 | $49.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $36.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $35.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $39.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $27.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $33.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $32.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $34.6M | 2.2K t |
Where South Africa imports pulleys and flywheels from
The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), China (23%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+514% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.8M | 34% |
| China | $11.1M | 23% |
| United States | $4.0M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| Hungary | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| India | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| France | $866K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.81 per kg, close to the world average of $11.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pulleys and flywheels exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $15.9 million of pulleys and flywheels in 2024 (944 tonnes). Most of it went to Chile (11%), Botswana (7%), Peru (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $1.7M | 11% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 7.4% |
| Peru | $1.2M | 7.3% |
| Zambia | $1.1M | 7.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 6.9% |
| Namibia | $932K | 5.9% |
| Angola | $886K | 5.6% |
| Mozambique | $766K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $642K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $576K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa pulleys and flywheels imports (HS 8483.50): 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 8483.50: Pulleys and flywheels, including pulley blocks.
Common questions
What is the value of pulleys and flywheels imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported pulleys and flywheels worth $49.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply pulleys and flywheels to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by China (23%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 514% on the year.
What is the average import price of pulleys and flywheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.81 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $11.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pulleys and flywheels to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.6 million in 2017 to $49.1 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $36.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export pulleys and flywheels?
Yes. South Africa exported $15.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Chile, Botswana and Peru. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $33.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for pulleys and flywheels?
The HS code for pulleys and flywheels is subheading 8483.50. 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 8483 page.
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