Transformer and converter parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $30.4 million of transformer and converter parts in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 9% less than in 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 | $30.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $33.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $32.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $22.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $23.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $22.3M | 2.4K t |
Where South Africa imports transformer and converter parts from
The largest suppliers were China (28%), Germany (13%), India (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.5M | 28% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 14% |
| India | $2.3M | 7.7% |
| Brazil | $2.0M | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 6.3% |
| France | $1.9M | 6.1% |
| United States | $1.5M | 5% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $814K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.33 per kg, 41% below the world average of $14.23, 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.
Transformer and converter parts exports from South Africa
Exports of transformer and converter parts by South Africa reached $12.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (14%), Zimbabwe (12%), Australia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+793% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.8M | 14% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 12% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 9.7% |
| Namibia | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 8% |
| Mozambique | $940K | 7.3% |
| Ghana | $587K | 4.5% |
| Tanzania | $529K | 4.1% |
| Botswana | $437K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $397K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa transformer and converter parts imports (HS 8504.90): 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 8504.90: Electrical transformers, static converters and inductors: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of transformer and converter parts imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported transformer and converter parts worth $30.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply transformer and converter parts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Germany (13%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 75% on the year.
What is the average import price of transformer and converter parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.33 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $14.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of transformer and converter parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.3 million in 2017 to $30.4 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $33.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also export transformer and converter parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $12.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Australia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $17.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for transformer and converter parts?
The HS code for transformer and converter parts is subheading 8504.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
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