Video game console imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $47.7 million of video game console in 2024 (676 tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $63.0 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 | $47.7M | 676 t |
| 2023 | $63.0M | 859 t |
| 2022 | $42.6M | 804 t |
| 2021 | $44.2M | 808 t |
| 2020 | $36.3M | 640 t |
| 2019 | $45.2M | 755 t |
| 2018 | $46.6M | 715 t |
| 2017 | $49.5M | 888 t |
Where South Africa imports video game console from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $43.2M | 91% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $880K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $626K | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $534K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $253K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $189K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $75K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $49K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $49K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $70.57 per kg, 28% below the world average of $97.77, 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.
Video game console exports from South Africa
Exports of video game console by South Africa reached $3.2 million in 2024 (82 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (45%), Namibia (24%), Botswana (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 45% |
| Namibia | $769K | 24% |
| Botswana | $274K | 8.7% |
| Lesotho | $174K | 5.5% |
| Eswatini | $102K | 3.3% |
| Zambia | $85K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $65K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 1.3% |
| Angola | $34K | 1.1% |
| Kenya | $33K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa video game console imports (HS 9504.50): 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 9504.50: Games: video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30.
Common questions
What is the value of video game console imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported video game console worth $47.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 676 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply video game console to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($43.2 million), followed by the United States (3%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 598% on the year.
What is the average import price of video game console per kg?
The average declared import value was about $70.57 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $97.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of video game console to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.5 million in 2017 to $47.7 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2023 at $63.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export video game console?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Namibia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $44.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for video game console?
The HS code for video game console is subheading 9504.50. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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