Tachometers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $30.0 million of tachometers in 2024 (423 tonnes). That is 49% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $52.4 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 | $30.0M | 423 t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 98 t |
| 2022 | $19.0M | 95 t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 193 t |
| 2020 | $33.6M | 190 t |
| 2019 | $45.0M | 265 t |
| 2018 | $52.4M | 332 t |
| 2017 | $36.8M | 288 t |
Where South Africa imports tachometers from
Germany alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $18.1M | 61% |
| United States | $3.2M | 11% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 6.8% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 5% |
| France | $970K | 3.2% |
| China | $690K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $600K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $505K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $363K | 1.2% |
| Romania | $357K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $70.89 per kg, 37% below the world average of $112.94, 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.
Tachometers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.0 million of tachometers in 2024 (14 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (16%), Canada (14%), Namibia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $315K | 16% |
| Canada | $266K | 14% |
| Namibia | $201K | 10% |
| United States | $177K | 9.1% |
| Mozambique | $158K | 8.1% |
| Zambia | $103K | 5.2% |
| Portugal | $82K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $70K | 3.6% |
| DR Congo | $66K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $63K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tachometers imports (HS 9029.20): 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 9029.20: Meters: speed indicators and tachometers: stroboscopes.
Common questions
What is the value of tachometers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tachometers worth $30.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 423 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply tachometers to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($18.1 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 540% on the year.
What is the average import price of tachometers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $70.89 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $112.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tachometers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.8 million in 2017 to $30.0 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2018 at $52.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export tachometers?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Canada and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $28.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tachometers?
The HS code for tachometers is subheading 9029.20. 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 9029 page.
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