Steam turbine parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported steam turbine parts worth $11.4 million (87 tonnes). Value fell 74% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $65.6 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 | $11.4M | 87 t |
| 2023 | $43.3M | 318 t |
| 2022 | $32.2M | 128 t |
| 2021 | $45.7M | 346 t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 103 t |
| 2019 | $58.6M | 264 t |
| 2018 | $55.6M | 390 t |
| 2017 | $65.6M | 551 t |
Where South Africa imports steam turbine parts from
Most of the value came from Germany (28%), United Kingdom (18%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+661% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.2M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 19% |
| India | $1.5M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 12% |
| Poland | $624K | 5.5% |
| France | $470K | 4.1% |
| China | $391K | 3.4% |
| United States | $370K | 3.3% |
| Gabon | $240K | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $216K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $131.19 per kg, 314% above the world average of $31.72. 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.
Steam turbine parts exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.8 million of steam turbine parts in 2024 (267 tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (31%), Vietnam (19%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $574K | 31% |
| Vietnam | $359K | 19% |
| Zambia | $276K | 15% |
| India | $131K | 7.1% |
| Tanzania | $130K | 7.1% |
| Namibia | $128K | 6.9% |
| Eswatini | $59K | 3.2% |
| Malawi | $55K | 3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $26K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa steam turbine parts imports (HS 8406.90): 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 8406.90: Turbines: parts of steam and other vapour turbines.
Common questions
What is the value of steam turbine parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported steam turbine parts worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 87 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 74% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam turbine parts to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 661% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam turbine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $131.19 per kg in 2024, 314% above the world average of $31.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steam turbine parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $65.6 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2017 at $65.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export steam turbine parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Vietnam and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam turbine parts?
The HS code for steam turbine parts is subheading 8406.90. 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 8406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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