Reinforced hose assemblies imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of reinforced hose assemblies by South Africa reached $19.4 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 17% on 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 | $19.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 989 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 759 t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports reinforced hose assemblies from
Most of the value came from Hungary (41%), Germany (17%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $7.9M | 41% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 17% |
| United States | $2.4M | 12% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 11% |
| China | $660K | 3.4% |
| Eswatini | $499K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $412K | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $369K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $275K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $237K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.17 per kg, close to the world average of $14.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Reinforced hose assemblies exports from South Africa
Exports of reinforced hose assemblies by South Africa reached $9.8 million in 2024 (751 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 0%. Most of it went to Namibia (33%), Botswana (14%), Mozambique (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+331% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.2M | 33% |
| Botswana | $1.4M | 14% |
| Mozambique | $1.3M | 13% |
| Zambia | $724K | 7.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $576K | 5.9% |
| DR Congo | $445K | 4.5% |
| Angola | $219K | 2.2% |
| Senegal | $201K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $199K | 2% |
| Eswatini | $175K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa reinforced hose assemblies imports (HS 4009.42): 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 4009.42: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of reinforced hose assemblies imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported reinforced hose assemblies worth $19.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply reinforced hose assemblies to South Africa?
Hungary was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Germany (17%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of reinforced hose assemblies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.17 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $14.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of reinforced hose assemblies to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $19.4 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export reinforced hose assemblies?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for reinforced hose assemblies?
The HS code for reinforced hose assemblies is subheading 4009.42. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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