Turning tools imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $2.9 million of turning tools in 2024 (77 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.9 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 | $2.9M | 77 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 72 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 71 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 62 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 57 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 67 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 62 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 71 t |
Where South Africa imports turning tools from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), Israel (16%), South Korea (10%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 35% |
| Israel | $462K | 16% |
| South Korea | $284K | 9.8% |
| Ireland | $240K | 8.3% |
| India | $177K | 6.1% |
| Japan | $159K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $105K | 3.6% |
| United States | $92K | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $65K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $48K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.56 per kg, 62% below the world average of $98.54, 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.
Turning tools exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.8 million of turning tools in 2024 (44 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+420% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.0M | 57% |
| United States | $147K | 8.1% |
| Namibia | $63K | 3.5% |
| Botswana | $62K | 3.4% |
| Eswatini | $62K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $29K | 1.6% |
| Mozambique | $29K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $28K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $27K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $26K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa turning tools imports (HS 8207.80): 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 8207.80: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for turning.
Common questions
What is the value of turning tools imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported turning tools worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 77 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 187 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply turning tools to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by Israel (16%) and South Korea (10%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of turning tools per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.56 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $98.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of turning tools to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2021 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export turning tools?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for turning tools?
The HS code for turning tools is subheading 8207.80. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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