Rolling stock parts (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $12.4 million of rolling stock parts (other) in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $26.9 million.
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 | $12.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $26.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $15.1M | 1.6K t |
Where South Africa imports rolling stock parts (other) from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Brazil (24%), Austria (7%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 44% |
| Brazil | $3.0M | 24% |
| Austria | $855K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $844K | 6.8% |
| United States | $492K | 4% |
| France | $412K | 3.3% |
| India | $292K | 2.4% |
| Serbia | $283K | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $265K | 2.1% |
| Poland | $114K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.23 per kg, 27% below the world average of $13.98, 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.
Rolling stock parts (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported rolling stock parts (other) worth $3.2 million (224 tonnes). Most of it went to Ghana (18%), Namibia (16%), India (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+385% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $590K | 18% |
| Namibia | $514K | 16% |
| India | $450K | 14% |
| China | $442K | 14% |
| Mozambique | $343K | 11% |
| Zambia | $180K | 5.6% |
| Tanzania | $132K | 4.1% |
| United States | $90K | 2.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $88K | 2.7% |
| Angola | $69K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rolling stock parts (other) imports (HS 8607.99): 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 8607.99: Railway or tramway rolling stock: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607.
Common questions
What is the value of rolling stock parts (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rolling stock parts (other) worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 157 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply rolling stock parts (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Brazil (24%) and Austria (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of rolling stock parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.23 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $13.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rolling stock parts (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.1 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $26.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rolling stock parts (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Namibia and India. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for rolling stock parts (other)?
The HS code for rolling stock parts (other) is subheading 8607.99. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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