V-belts (60-180 cm) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported v-belts (60-180 cm) worth $2.4 million (116 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. 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 | $2.4M | 116 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 119 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 100 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 106 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 109 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 95 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 102 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 82 t |
Where South Africa imports v-belts (60-180 cm) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (18%), Romania (17%), India (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $443K | 18% |
| Romania | $408K | 17% |
| India | $316K | 13% |
| Japan | $297K | 12% |
| China | $288K | 12% |
| France | $136K | 5.6% |
| United States | $122K | 5.1% |
| Finland | $73K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $70K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $59K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.79 per kg, 47% above the world average of $14.18. 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.
V-belts (60-180 cm) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported v-belts (60-180 cm) worth $417 thousand (31 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (36%), Zambia (20%), Kenya (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $149K | 36% |
| Zambia | $83K | 20% |
| Kenya | $40K | 9.5% |
| Mozambique | $30K | 7.1% |
| Eswatini | $21K | 5% |
| Namibia | $16K | 3.8% |
| Angola | $15K | 3.6% |
| Botswana | $12K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $11K | 2.7% |
| DR Congo | $10K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa v-belts (60-180 cm) imports (HS 4010.32): 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 4010.32: Rubber: vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm.
Common questions
What is the value of v-belts (60-180 cm) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported v-belts (60-180 cm) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 116 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply v-belts (60-180 cm) to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($443 thousand), followed by Romania (17%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 27% on the year.
What is the average import price of v-belts (60-180 cm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.79 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $14.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of v-belts (60-180 cm) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export v-belts (60-180 cm)?
Yes. South Africa exported $417 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Kenya. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for v-belts (60-180 cm)?
The HS code for v-belts (60-180 cm) is subheading 4010.32. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4010 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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