Vehicle radiators imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported vehicle radiators worth $49.2 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 9% on 2023. 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 | $49.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $45.3M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $45.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $44.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $29.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $35.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $38.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $39.9M | 4.4K t |
Where South Africa imports vehicle radiators from
Most of the value came from China (30%), Poland (10%), Japan (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.9M | 30% |
| Poland | $4.7M | 9.6% |
| Japan | $3.8M | 7.8% |
| Czech Republic | $3.4M | 7% |
| Mexico | $3.1M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 5.3% |
| Thailand | $2.4M | 4.9% |
| India | $2.2M | 4.4% |
| Sweden | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.78 per kg, 27% below the world average of $13.42, 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.
Vehicle radiators exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported vehicle radiators worth $12.4 million (937 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (13%), Namibia (11%), Belgium (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.6M | 13% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 11% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 10% |
| Mozambique | $1.3M | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $829K | 6.7% |
| Zambia | $542K | 4.4% |
| Eswatini | $525K | 4.2% |
| United States | $494K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $428K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa vehicle radiators imports (HS 8708.91): 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 8708.91: Vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle radiators imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported vehicle radiators worth $49.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle radiators to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by Poland (10%) and Japan (8%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 29% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle radiators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.78 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $13.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle radiators to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.9 million in 2017 to $49.2 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $41.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export vehicle radiators?
Yes. South Africa exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Belgium. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $36.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle radiators?
The HS code for vehicle radiators is subheading 8708.91. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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