Turboprops (large) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.6 million of turboprops (large) in 2024 (2 tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.2 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 | $4.6M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 6 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 1 t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 6 t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 11 t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 6 t |
Where South Africa imports turboprops (large) from
Most of the value came from Canada (28%), France (21%), Singapore (19%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.3M | 28% |
| France | $959K | 21% |
| Singapore | $859K | 19% |
| United States | $695K | 15% |
| Ireland | $594K | 13% |
| Israel | $200K | 4.4% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $3K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,992.91 per kg, 47% above the world average of $1,356.09. 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.
Turboprops (large) exports from South Africa
Exports of turboprops (large) by South Africa reached $594 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). Kenya alone took 78% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+556% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $462K | 78% |
| Singapore | $101K | 17% |
| Namibia | $23K | 3.9% |
| Sierra Leone | $7K | 1.2% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0.1% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa turboprops (large) imports (HS 8411.22): 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 8411.22: Turbo-propellers: of a power exceeding 1100kW.
Common questions
What is the value of turboprops (large) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported turboprops (large) worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 123 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply turboprops (large) to South Africa?
Canada was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by France (21%) and Singapore (19%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of turboprops (large) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,992.91 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $1,356.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of turboprops (large) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2018 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export turboprops (large)?
Yes. South Africa exported $594 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Singapore and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for turboprops (large)?
The HS code for turboprops (large) is subheading 8411.22. 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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