Self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported self-propelled boring and sinking machinery worth $121.3 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 194 countries. Value fell 18% from 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 | $121.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $148.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $147.7M | 16.7K t |
| 2021 | $93.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $82.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $95.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $86.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $82.3M | 5.7K t |
Where South Africa imports self-propelled boring and sinking machinery from
Most of the value came from Sweden (27%), United States (16%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $32.8M | 27% |
| United States | $19.8M | 16% |
| China | $15.6M | 13% |
| France | $15.1M | 12% |
| Finland | $14.3M | 12% |
| India | $5.9M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $3.2M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 2.5% |
| Lesotho | $1.5M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.59 per kg, 84% above the world average of $11.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Self-propelled boring and sinking machinery exports from South Africa
Exports of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery by South Africa reached $40.4 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Mongolia (35%), Zambia (12%), Namibia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mongolia | $14.3M | 36% |
| Zambia | $4.9M | 12% |
| Namibia | $3.4M | 8.4% |
| Mozambique | $3.2M | 7.9% |
| DR Congo | $3.0M | 7.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.8M | 7% |
| Botswana | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Peru | $992K | 2.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $954K | 2.4% |
| Senegal | $889K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imports (HS 8430.41): 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 8430.41: Boring or sinking machinery: self-propelled, n.e.c. in heading no. 8430.
Common questions
What is the value of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported self-propelled boring and sinking machinery worth $121.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 194 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-propelled boring and sinking machinery to South Africa?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($32.8 million), followed by the United States (16%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.59 per kg in 2024, 84% above the world average of $11.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $82.3 million in 2017 to $121.3 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $148.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $107.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export self-propelled boring and sinking machinery?
Yes. South Africa exported $40.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mongolia, Zambia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $80.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-propelled boring and sinking machinery?
The HS code for self-propelled boring and sinking machinery is subheading 8430.41. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
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