Turboprops (small) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported turboprops (small) worth $20.4 million (16 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 91 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 39% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.4M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 8 t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 8 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 9 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 7 t |
Where South Africa exports turboprops (small) to
Most of it went to Jordan (17%), Tanzania (14%), Botswana (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $3.5M | 17% |
| Tanzania | $2.8M | 14% |
| Botswana | $2.7M | 13% |
| United States | $2.1M | 11% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 6.4% |
| Namibia | $1.1M | 5.4% |
| Maldives | $891K | 4.4% |
| Kenya | $847K | 4.2% |
| France | $786K | 3.9% |
| Ghana | $709K | 3.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,260.18 per kg, 42% above the world average of $886.04. 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 (small) imports to South Africa
Imports of turboprops (small) by South Africa reached $14.8 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Canada (50%), Czech Republic (13%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.4M | 50% |
| Czech Republic | $2.0M | 13% |
| France | $1.2M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 8.1% |
| United States | $912K | 6.2% |
| Tanzania | $523K | 3.5% |
| Australia | $502K | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $376K | 2.5% |
| Mali | $363K | 2.5% |
| Kenya | $313K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa turboprops (small) exports (HS 8411.21): 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 8411.21: Turbo-propellers: of a power not exceeding 1100kW.
Common questions
What is the value of turboprops (small) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported turboprops (small) worth $20.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 91 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy turboprops (small) from South Africa?
Jordan was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Tanzania (14%) and Botswana (13%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 235% on the year.
What is the average export price of turboprops (small) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,260.18 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $886.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of turboprops (small) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $20.4 million in 2024, an increase of 259%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import turboprops (small)?
Yes. South Africa imported $14.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the Czech Republic and France. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for turboprops (small)?
The HS code for turboprops (small) is subheading 8411.21. 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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