Water-tube boilers (small-medium) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) by South Africa reached $9.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. That is 2746% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
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 | $9.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $315K | 13 t |
| 2022 | $264K | 90 t |
| 2021 | $304K | 166 t |
| 2020 | $382K | 77 t |
| 2019 | $244K | 51 t |
| 2018 | $429K | 122 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 167 t |
Where South Africa imports water-tube boilers (small-medium) from
Italy alone supplied 51% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.6M | 51% |
| China | $4.2M | 47% |
| Slovenia | $81K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $19K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $15K | 0.2% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.75 per kg, 24% above the world average of $6.23. 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.
Water-tube boilers (small-medium) exports from South Africa
Exports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) by South Africa reached $1.1 million in 2024 (226 tonnes). Most of it went to Kenya (46%), Vanuatu (16%), Zimbabwe (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+204% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $515K | 46% |
| Vanuatu | $175K | 16% |
| Zimbabwe | $161K | 14% |
| Eswatini | $135K | 12% |
| Philippines | $86K | 7.6% |
| Zambia | $23K | 2% |
| DR Congo | $13K | 1.1% |
| Ghana | $8K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $8K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa water-tube boilers (small-medium) imports (HS 8402.12): 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 8402.12: Boilers: watertube boilers with a steam production not exceeding 45t per hour.
Common questions
What is the value of water-tube boilers (small-medium) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported water-tube boilers (small-medium) worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 168 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports.
Which countries supply water-tube boilers (small-medium) to South Africa?
Italy was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by China (47%) and Slovenia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of water-tube boilers (small-medium) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.75 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $6.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 487%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export water-tube boilers (small-medium)?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Vanuatu and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-tube boilers (small-medium)?
The HS code for water-tube boilers (small-medium) is subheading 8402.12. 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 8402 page.
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