Screwdrivers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported screwdrivers worth $4.1 million (925 tonnes). Value rose 3% 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 | $4.1M | 925 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 859 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 943 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 648 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 703 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 815 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 736 t |
Where South Africa imports screwdrivers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 63% |
| France | $383K | 9.4% |
| Taiwan | $334K | 8.2% |
| Germany | $193K | 4.7% |
| Slovenia | $153K | 3.8% |
| Czech Republic | $153K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $41K | 1% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.9% |
| United States | $34K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.39 per kg, 53% below the world average of $9.28, 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.
Screwdrivers exports from South Africa
Exports of screwdrivers by South Africa reached $830 thousand in 2024 (110 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (24%), Botswana (16%), Mozambique (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $199K | 24% |
| Botswana | $132K | 16% |
| Mozambique | $78K | 9.4% |
| Zambia | $65K | 7.8% |
| Eswatini | $59K | 7.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $57K | 6.9% |
| Lesotho | $39K | 4.6% |
| Denmark | $24K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $23K | 2.8% |
| Angola | $20K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa screwdrivers imports (HS 8205.40): 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 8205.40: Tools, hand: screwdrivers.
Common questions
What is the value of screwdrivers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported screwdrivers worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 925 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply screwdrivers to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by France (9%) and Taiwan (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of screwdrivers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.39 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $9.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of screwdrivers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2018 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export screwdrivers?
Yes. South Africa exported $830 thousand 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 $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for screwdrivers?
The HS code for screwdrivers is subheading 8205.40. 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 8205 page.
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