Tool sets imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $11.0 million of tool sets in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa imports tool sets from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.7M | 70% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $668K | 6.1% |
| Hong Kong | $339K | 3.1% |
| United States | $259K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $47K | 0.4% |
| India | $44K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $24K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.38 per kg, 28% below the world average of $6.05, 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.
Tool sets exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.4 million of tool sets in 2024 (411 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (23%), Zambia (17%), DR Congo (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.0M | 24% |
| Zambia | $757K | 17% |
| DR Congo | $477K | 11% |
| Mozambique | $434K | 10% |
| Botswana | $396K | 9.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $325K | 7.5% |
| Eswatini | $92K | 2.1% |
| Lesotho | $92K | 2.1% |
| Malawi | $91K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $89K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8206: Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of tool sets imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tool sets worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply tool sets to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Taiwan (14%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of tool sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.38 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $6.05 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of tool sets to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $11.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export tool sets?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zambia and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tool sets?
The HS code for tool sets is heading 8206. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 8206.00. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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