Screwdriver bits imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported screwdriver bits worth $12.3 million (945 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $18.1 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 | $12.3M | 945 t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 935 t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.7M | 1.0K t |
Where South Africa imports screwdriver bits from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Germany (14%), Taiwan (6%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.5M | 37% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 14% |
| Taiwan | $681K | 5.6% |
| Finland | $544K | 4.4% |
| Japan | $542K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $517K | 4.2% |
| India | $485K | 4% |
| France | $480K | 3.9% |
| Hungary | $358K | 2.9% |
| United States | $332K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.99 per kg, 35% below the world average of $20.12, 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.
Screwdriver bits exports from South Africa
Exports of screwdriver bits by South Africa reached $6.4 million in 2024 (426 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (13%), Australia (12%), Zambia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+474% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $833K | 13% |
| Australia | $767K | 12% |
| Zambia | $515K | 8.1% |
| Namibia | $486K | 7.7% |
| DR Congo | $393K | 6.2% |
| Mozambique | $369K | 5.8% |
| Botswana | $364K | 5.7% |
| Angola | $350K | 5.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $347K | 5.5% |
| Lesotho | $271K | 4.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa screwdriver bits imports (HS 8207.90): 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 8207.90: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207.
Common questions
What is the value of screwdriver bits imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported screwdriver bits worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 945 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply screwdriver bits to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Taiwan (6%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 119% on the year.
What is the average import price of screwdriver bits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.99 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $20.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of screwdriver bits to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.7 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2018 at $18.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export screwdriver bits?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for screwdriver bits?
The HS code for screwdriver bits is subheading 8207.90. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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