Reciprocating displacement pumps imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported reciprocating displacement pumps worth $88.5 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $88.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $60.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $58.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $46.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $35.0M | 831 t |
| 2019 | $49.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $51.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $37.5M | 941 t |
Where South Africa imports reciprocating displacement pumps from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $45.6M | 52% |
| Germany | $15.3M | 17% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 6.8% |
| Japan | $4.8M | 5.5% |
| China | $4.8M | 5.4% |
| France | $2.4M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $926K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $842K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $838K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.40 per kg, close to the world average of $32.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Reciprocating displacement pumps exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $16.0 million of reciprocating displacement pumps in 2024 (322 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (20%), Botswana (12%), Mozambique (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+335% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $3.1M | 20% |
| Botswana | $2.0M | 12% |
| Mozambique | $1.6M | 10% |
| Zambia | $1.6M | 9.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.4M | 9% |
| United States | $1.3M | 8.1% |
| Namibia | $849K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $523K | 3.3% |
| Nigeria | $469K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $453K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa reciprocating displacement pumps imports (HS 8413.50): 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 8413.50: Pumps: reciprocating positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids.
Common questions
What is the value of reciprocating displacement pumps imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported reciprocating displacement pumps worth $88.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply reciprocating displacement pumps to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($45.6 million), followed by Germany (17%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average import price of reciprocating displacement pumps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.40 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $32.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of reciprocating displacement pumps to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.5 million in 2017 to $88.5 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $53.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export reciprocating displacement pumps?
Yes. South Africa exported $16.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $72.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for reciprocating displacement pumps?
The HS code for reciprocating displacement pumps is subheading 8413.50. 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 8413 page.
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