Tire molding and retreading machines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported tire molding and retreading machines worth $3.4 million (65 tonnes). That is 33% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.9 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 | $3.4M | 65 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 152 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 124 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 59 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 209 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 85 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 416 t |
Where South Africa imports tire molding and retreading machines from
The largest suppliers were India (36%), Italy (33%), Japan (25%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.2M | 36% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 34% |
| Japan | $840K | 25% |
| China | $132K | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 0.9% |
| United States | $9K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.94 per kg, 258% above the world average of $14.50. 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.
Tire molding and retreading machines exports from South Africa
Exports of tire molding and retreading machines by South Africa reached $1.4 million in 2024 (45 tonnes). United States alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 80% |
| Zambia | $124K | 8.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $95K | 6.7% |
| Namibia | $25K | 1.8% |
| Colombia | $20K | 1.4% |
| France | $5K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.2% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tire molding and retreading machines imports (HS 8477.51): 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 8477.51: Machinery: for moulding or retreading pneumatic tyres or for moulding or otherwise forming inner tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of tire molding and retreading machines imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tire molding and retreading machines worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply tire molding and retreading machines to South Africa?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Italy (33%) and Japan (25%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 835% on the year.
What is the average import price of tire molding and retreading machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.94 per kg in 2024, 258% above the world average of $14.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tire molding and retreading machines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 66%. The peak was 2017 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export tire molding and retreading machines?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tire molding and retreading machines?
The HS code for tire molding and retreading machines is subheading 8477.51. 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 8477 page.
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