Tractors (other types) <18kW imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported tractors (other types) <18kw worth $2.4 million (60 tonnes). Value rose 187% 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 | $2.4M | 60 t |
| 2023 | $826K | 184 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 204 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 398 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 258 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 205 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 239 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 246 t |
Where South Africa imports tractors (other types) <18kw from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 60% |
| United States | $503K | 21% |
| India | $272K | 12% |
| Japan | $126K | 5.3% |
| Namibia | $20K | 0.8% |
| Eswatini | $19K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.78 per kg, 577% above the world average of $5.88. 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.
Tractors (other types) <18kW exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.1 million of tractors (other types) <18kw in 2024 (374 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (21%), Malawi (15%), Tanzania (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+719% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $453K | 21% |
| Malawi | $331K | 16% |
| Tanzania | $289K | 14% |
| Eswatini | $153K | 7.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $131K | 6.1% |
| Botswana | $128K | 6% |
| Ghana | $103K | 4.8% |
| Lesotho | $102K | 4.8% |
| Kenya | $96K | 4.5% |
| DR Congo | $88K | 4.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tractors (other types) <18kw imports (HS 8701.91): 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 8701.91: Tractors: n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709): of an engine power not exceeding 18kW.
Common questions
What is the value of tractors (other types) <18kw imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tractors (other types) <18kw worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 60 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 187% on 2023.
Which countries supply tractors (other types) <18kw to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (21%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 216% on the year.
What is the average import price of tractors (other types) <18kw per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.78 per kg in 2024, 577% above the world average of $5.88 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tractors (other types) <18kw to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export tractors (other types) <18kw?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania. That compares with imports of $2.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for tractors (other types) <18kw?
The HS code for tractors (other types) <18kw is subheading 8701.91. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8701 page.
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