Thermostats imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of thermostats by South Africa reached $15.9 million in 2024 (427 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $20.8 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 | $15.9M | 427 t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 213 t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 234 t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 248 t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 230 t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 306 t |
| 2018 | $19.5M | 313 t |
| 2017 | $20.8M | 382 t |
Where South Africa imports thermostats from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Italy (28%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.7M | 42% |
| Italy | $4.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 8.8% |
| United States | $830K | 5.2% |
| Japan | $448K | 2.8% |
| France | $397K | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $193K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $187K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $172K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $164K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.21 per kg, 34% below the world average of $56.15, 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.
Thermostats exports from South Africa
Exports of thermostats by South Africa reached $1.9 million in 2024 (31 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (13%), Namibia (11%), DR Congo (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $255K | 14% |
| Namibia | $217K | 11% |
| DR Congo | $161K | 8.5% |
| France | $151K | 8% |
| Zimbabwe | $139K | 7.4% |
| Zambia | $113K | 6% |
| Mozambique | $99K | 5.2% |
| Hong Kong | $99K | 5.2% |
| Eswatini | $96K | 5.1% |
| Australia | $77K | 4.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa thermostats imports (HS 9032.10): 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 9032.10: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic type, thermostats.
Common questions
What is the value of thermostats imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported thermostats worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 427 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply thermostats to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by Italy (28%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of thermostats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.21 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $56.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of thermostats to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.8 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2017 at $20.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export thermostats?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for thermostats?
The HS code for thermostats is subheading 9032.10. 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 9032 page.
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