Steam boiler parts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported steam boiler parts worth $11.9 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 60% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa exports steam boiler parts to
Most of it went to Indonesia (45%), Zimbabwe (22%), Zambia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+609% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $5.3M | 45% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.6M | 22% |
| Zambia | $862K | 7.3% |
| Philippines | $618K | 5.2% |
| United States | $557K | 4.7% |
| Tanzania | $445K | 3.8% |
| Malawi | $380K | 3.2% |
| Botswana | $149K | 1.3% |
| Mauritius | $104K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $97K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.18 per kg, 50% below the world average of $6.35, 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.
Steam boiler parts imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $9.1 million of steam boiler parts in 2024 (234 tonnes). Thailand alone supplied 64% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $5.8M | 64% |
| Finland | $1.3M | 15% |
| United States | $1.1M | 12% |
| China | $322K | 3.6% |
| India | $163K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $98K | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $56K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $44K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $33K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $27K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa steam boiler parts exports (HS 8402.90): 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 8402.90: Boilers: parts of steam or other vapour generating boilers.
Common questions
What is the value of steam boiler parts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported steam boiler parts worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 112 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries buy steam boiler parts from South Africa?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Zimbabwe (22%) and Zambia (7%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 45 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 609% on the year.
What is the average export price of steam boiler parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.18 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of steam boiler parts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2021 at $12.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import steam boiler parts?
Yes. South Africa imported $9.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, Finland and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam boiler parts?
The HS code for steam boiler parts is subheading 8402.90. 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 8402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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