Surveying instrument parts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $6.8 million of surveying instrument parts in 2024 (80 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $16.3 million.
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 | $6.8M | 80 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 69 t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 62 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 90 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 34 t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 115 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 42 t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 61 t |
Where South Africa exports surveying instrument parts to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (13%), United States (11%), Zambia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+551% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $868K | 13% |
| United States | $764K | 11% |
| Zambia | $524K | 7.7% |
| Namibia | $435K | 6.4% |
| Guinea | $346K | 5.1% |
| DR Congo | $320K | 4.7% |
| Ghana | $312K | 4.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $270K | 4% |
| India | $263K | 3.9% |
| Lesotho | $250K | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $85.21 per kg, 24% below the world average of $111.72, 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.
Surveying instrument parts imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported surveying instrument parts worth $6.0 million (66 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Australia (23%), United States (20%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.4M | 23% |
| United States | $1.2M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $577K | 9.5% |
| China | $531K | 8.8% |
| Canada | $310K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $303K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $233K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $200K | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $192K | 3.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $177K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa surveying instrument parts exports (HS 9015.90): 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 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported surveying instrument parts worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries buy surveying instrument parts from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($868 thousand), followed by the United States (11%) and Zambia (8%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 78 buyer countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 551% on the year.
What is the average export price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $85.21 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $111.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of surveying instrument parts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2019 at $16.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import surveying instrument parts?
Yes. South Africa imported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, the United States and the Netherlands. That compares with exports of $6.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. 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 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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