Textile auxiliary machinery (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $2.3 million of textile auxiliary machinery (other) in 2024 (488 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 1002% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% 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 | $2.3M | 488 t |
| 2023 | $207K | 38 t |
| 2022 | $50K | 3 t |
| 2021 | $20K | 6 t |
| 2020 | $178K | 27 t |
| 2019 | $58K | 13 t |
| 2018 | $165K | 9 t |
| 2017 | $130K | 18 t |
Where South Africa exports textile auxiliary machinery (other) to
Nigeria alone took 98% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $2.2M | 98% |
| Germany | $29K | 1.3% |
| Mauritius | $16K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $6K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| Mexico | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.67 per kg, 73% below the world average of $17.25, 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.
Textile auxiliary machinery (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported textile auxiliary machinery (other) worth $342 thousand (25 tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (34%), China (32%), Sweden (14%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+553% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $117K | 34% |
| China | $110K | 32% |
| Sweden | $49K | 14% |
| Taiwan | $23K | 6.7% |
| Germany | $10K | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $9K | 2.8% |
| India | $8K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $5K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $4K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $3K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa textile auxiliary machinery (other) exports (HS 8448.19): 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 8448.19: Machinery, auxiliary: for machines of heading no. 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447, n.e.c. in item no. 8448.11.
Common questions
What is the value of textile auxiliary machinery (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported textile auxiliary machinery (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 488 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 82 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports.
Which countries buy textile auxiliary machinery (other) from South Africa?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (1%) and Mauritius (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of textile auxiliary machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.67 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $17.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of textile auxiliary machinery (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $130 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $386 thousand a year.
Does South Africa also import textile auxiliary machinery (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $342 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Sweden. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile auxiliary machinery (other)?
The HS code for textile auxiliary machinery (other) is subheading 8448.19. 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 8448 page.
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