Refrigeration compressors imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported refrigeration compressors worth $111.1 million (19.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 66% 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 | $111.1M | 19.3K t |
| 2023 | $66.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $70.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $80.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $69.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $80.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $76.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $76.1M | 6.7K t |
Where South Africa imports refrigeration compressors from
The largest suppliers were Germany (39%), China (35%), France (5%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $43.1M | 39% |
| China | $38.9M | 35% |
| France | $5.6M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $4.5M | 4.1% |
| India | $3.5M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 1.7% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| United States | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.76 per kg, 38% below the world average of $9.29, 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.
Refrigeration compressors exports from South Africa
Exports of refrigeration compressors by South Africa reached $9.2 million in 2024 (670 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (17%), Botswana (14%), Angola (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.5M | 17% |
| Botswana | $1.3M | 14% |
| Angola | $1.2M | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $801K | 8.7% |
| Mozambique | $749K | 8.2% |
| Zambia | $728K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $566K | 6.2% |
| Eswatini | $551K | 6% |
| DR Congo | $349K | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $148K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa refrigeration compressors imports (HS 8414.30): 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 8414.30: Compressors: of a kind used in refrigerating equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of refrigeration compressors imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported refrigeration compressors worth $111.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply refrigeration compressors to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($43.1 million), followed by China (35%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average import price of refrigeration compressors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.76 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $9.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of refrigeration compressors to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $76.1 million in 2017 to $111.1 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $78.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export refrigeration compressors?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Angola. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $101.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for refrigeration compressors?
The HS code for refrigeration compressors is subheading 8414.30. 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 8414 page.
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