Transmission shafts and cranks imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported transmission shafts and cranks worth $55.7 million (8.7 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $55.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $54.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $56.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $44.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $38.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $56.5M | 11.6K t |
| 2018 | $59.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $52.2M | 11.2K t |
Where South Africa imports transmission shafts and cranks from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), Germany (22%), United States (19%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $12.1M | 22% |
| United States | $10.5M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 5.1% |
| Australia | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 3% |
| India | $1.6M | 3% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.39 per kg, 20% below the world average of $8.00, 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.
Transmission shafts and cranks exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $21.3 million of transmission shafts and cranks in 2024 (822 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (11%), Zimbabwe (11%), Zambia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.3M | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.3M | 11% |
| Zambia | $2.2M | 10% |
| Mozambique | $2.0M | 9.5% |
| Botswana | $1.9M | 8.9% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 7% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 6.6% |
| Turkey | $996K | 4.7% |
| Tanzania | $822K | 3.9% |
| Angola | $617K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa transmission shafts and cranks imports (HS 8483.10): 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 8483.10: Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission shafts and cranks imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported transmission shafts and cranks worth $55.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission shafts and cranks to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by Germany (22%) and the United States (19%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 86 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission shafts and cranks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.39 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $8.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of transmission shafts and cranks to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.2 million in 2017 to $55.7 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $59.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export transmission shafts and cranks?
Yes. South Africa exported $21.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $34.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission shafts and cranks?
The HS code for transmission shafts and cranks is subheading 8483.10. 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 8483 page.
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