Seat parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported seat parts worth $198.4 million (30.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% less 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 | $198.4M | 30.0K t |
| 2023 | $204.6M | 31.0K t |
| 2022 | $188.7M | 27.2K t |
| 2021 | $168.3M | 24.9K t |
| 2020 | $108.2M | 17.0K t |
| 2019 | $166.1M | 27.6K t |
| 2018 | $170.7M | 27.4K t |
| 2017 | $177.8M | 28.4K t |
Where South Africa imports seat parts from
The largest suppliers were Poland (20%), Thailand (19%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $38.8M | 20% |
| Thailand | $37.3M | 19% |
| Spain | $28.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $19.8M | 10% |
| China | $14.7M | 7.4% |
| Hungary | $10.8M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $9.2M | 4.6% |
| Czech Republic | $8.1M | 4.1% |
| Japan | $5.9M | 3% |
| Morocco | $4.0M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.61 per kg, 38% below the world average of $10.68, 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.
Seat parts exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $14.1 million of seat parts in 2024 (981 tonnes). Most of it went to Brazil (31%), Germany (27%), France (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $4.4M | 31% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 27% |
| France | $2.0M | 14% |
| Morocco | $766K | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $747K | 5.3% |
| Namibia | $328K | 2.3% |
| Zambia | $265K | 1.9% |
| Eswatini | $174K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $169K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $139K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa seat parts imports (HS 9401.90): 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 9401.90: Seat: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of seat parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported seat parts worth $198.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply seat parts to South Africa?
Poland was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($38.8 million), followed by Thailand (19%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of seat parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.61 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $10.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of seat parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $177.8 million in 2017 to $198.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $204.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $172.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export seat parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $14.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Germany and France. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $184.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for seat parts?
The HS code for seat parts is subheading 9401.90. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
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