Radiation detection parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of radiation detection parts by South Africa reached $4.6 million in 2024 (37 tonnes). That is 30% 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 | $4.6M | 37 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 38 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 32 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 31 t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 62 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 23 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 28 t |
Where South Africa imports radiation detection parts from
Most of the value came from United States (24%), Germany (22%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+341% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 22% |
| China | $558K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $426K | 9.3% |
| Malaysia | $205K | 4.5% |
| Austria | $192K | 4.2% |
| Sweden | $152K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $131K | 2.9% |
| Japan | $110K | 2.4% |
| France | $76K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $122.54 per kg, 66% below the world average of $355.38, 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.
Radiation detection parts exports from South Africa
Exports of radiation detection parts by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (21 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.8M | 54% |
| Russia | $310K | 9.4% |
| Ireland | $141K | 4.3% |
| Namibia | $122K | 3.7% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $89K | 2.7% |
| DR Congo | $88K | 2.7% |
| Zambia | $82K | 2.5% |
| Mauritania | $71K | 2.2% |
| Mozambique | $69K | 2.1% |
| Botswana | $63K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa radiation detection parts imports (HS 9030.90): 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 9030.90: Instruments, apparatus for measuring, checking electrical quantities, not meters of heading no. 9028: parts and accessories, for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, x-ray, cosmic and other radiations.
Common questions
What is the value of radiation detection parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported radiation detection parts worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply radiation detection parts to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (22%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 341% on the year.
What is the average import price of radiation detection parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $122.54 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $355.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of radiation detection parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export radiation detection parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Russia and Ireland. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for radiation detection parts?
The HS code for radiation detection parts is subheading 9030.90. 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 9030 page.
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