Ventilation hoods imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported ventilation hoods worth $8.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.9 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 | $8.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 619 t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 940 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 696 t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 951 t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports ventilation hoods from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Italy (17%), Poland (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 45% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 18% |
| Poland | $766K | 9.6% |
| France | $753K | 9.5% |
| Germany | $558K | 7% |
| Turkey | $414K | 5.2% |
| Japan | $306K | 3.9% |
| United States | $116K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $24K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.39 per kg, close to the world average of $9.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ventilation hoods exports from South Africa
Exports of ventilation hoods by South Africa reached $2.9 million in 2024 (298 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (33%), Zambia (18%), Botswana (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $971K | 33% |
| Zambia | $534K | 18% |
| Botswana | $355K | 12% |
| Namibia | $239K | 8.1% |
| Eswatini | $206K | 7% |
| Lesotho | $95K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $82K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $79K | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $75K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $70K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa ventilation hoods imports (HS 8414.60): 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 8414.60: Hoods: ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan, whether or not fitted with filters, having a maximum horizontal side not exceeding 120cm.
Common questions
What is the value of ventilation hoods imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported ventilation hoods worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply ventilation hoods to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Poland (10%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 366% on the year.
What is the average import price of ventilation hoods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.39 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $9.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ventilation hoods to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $10.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export ventilation hoods?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ventilation hoods?
The HS code for ventilation hoods is subheading 8414.60. 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 8414 page.
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