Turbojets (high thrust) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of turbojets (high thrust) by South Africa reached $48.2 million in 2024 (32 tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $112.6 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 | $48.2M | 32 t |
| 2023 | $75.9M | 49 t |
| 2022 | $93.0M | 50 t |
| 2021 | $26.8M | 26 t |
| 2020 | $35.7M | 18 t |
| 2019 | $112.6M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $95.2M | 60 t |
| 2017 | $97.5M | 85 t |
Where South Africa imports turbojets (high thrust) from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (35%), Hong Kong (33%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $17.0M | 35% |
| Hong Kong | $16.0M | 33% |
| United States | $7.0M | 15% |
| Israel | $5.9M | 12% |
| Bulgaria | $799K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $789K | 1.6% |
| India | $366K | 0.8% |
| Serbia | $247K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $180K | 0.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,512.04 per kg, close to the world average of $1,793.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Turbojets (high thrust) exports from South Africa
Exports of turbojets (high thrust) by South Africa reached $21.2 million in 2024 (24 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $16.7M | 79% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 13% |
| Bulgaria | $1.4M | 6.5% |
| India | $220K | 1% |
| Israel | $91K | 0.4% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $2K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa turbojets (high thrust) imports (HS 8411.12): 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 8411.12: Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN.
Common questions
What is the value of turbojets (high thrust) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported turbojets (high thrust) worth $48.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 122 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply turbojets (high thrust) to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($17.0 million), followed by Hong Kong (33%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of turbojets (high thrust) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,512.04 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1,793.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of turbojets (high thrust) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $97.5 million in 2017 to $48.2 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2019 at $112.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export turbojets (high thrust)?
Yes. South Africa exported $21.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Thailand and Bulgaria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for turbojets (high thrust)?
The HS code for turbojets (high thrust) is subheading 8411.12. 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 8411 page.
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