Stereoscopic microscopes imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported stereoscopic microscopes worth $4.6 million (19 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $4.6M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 23 t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 22 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 22 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 10 t |
Where South Africa imports stereoscopic microscopes from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.4M | 74% |
| Singapore | $525K | 11% |
| United States | $342K | 7.4% |
| China | $201K | 4.3% |
| Japan | $31K | 0.7% |
| France | $20K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $17K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.2% |
| India | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $242.10 per kg, 63% above the world average of $148.36. 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.
Stereoscopic microscopes exports from South Africa
Exports of stereoscopic microscopes by South Africa reached $571 thousand in 2024 (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $312K | 55% |
| Botswana | $184K | 32% |
| Angola | $31K | 5.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $11K | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $9K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $7K | 1.1% |
| DR Congo | $4K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0.7% |
| United States | $4K | 0.7% |
| Eswatini | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa stereoscopic microscopes imports (HS 9011.10): 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 9011.10: Microscopes, compound optical: stereoscopic microscopes.
Common questions
What is the value of stereoscopic microscopes imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported stereoscopic microscopes worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 177 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply stereoscopic microscopes to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Singapore (11%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 806% on the year.
What is the average import price of stereoscopic microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $242.10 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $148.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stereoscopic microscopes to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 164%. The peak was 2023 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export stereoscopic microscopes?
Yes. South Africa exported $571 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Botswana and Angola. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for stereoscopic microscopes?
The HS code for stereoscopic microscopes is subheading 9011.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9011 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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