Animal casings imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $126.2 million of animal casings in 2024 (33.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 10% more than in 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 | $126.2M | 33.8K t |
| 2023 | $114.3M | 31.3K t |
| 2022 | $110.9M | 26.4K t |
| 2021 | $113.1M | 31.3K t |
| 2020 | $94.2M | 27.7K t |
| 2019 | $113.9M | 30.9K t |
| 2018 | $117.2M | 28.7K t |
| 2017 | $110.8M | 31.7K t |
Where South Africa imports animal casings from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $81.9M | 65% |
| Brazil | $16.9M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 5.4% |
| United States | $4.9M | 3.9% |
| Australia | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| Argentina | $2.1M | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $475K | 0.4% |
| India | $364K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.73 per kg, close to the world average of $3.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Animal casings exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $16.2 million of animal casings in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Vietnam (26%), Botswana (16%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+257% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $4.3M | 27% |
| Botswana | $2.6M | 16% |
| Zambia | $2.5M | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.9M | 12% |
| Namibia | $1.6M | 10% |
| Eswatini | $1.5M | 9.2% |
| Hong Kong | $703K | 4.3% |
| DR Congo | $485K | 3% |
| Lesotho | $250K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $87K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 0504: Guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (other than fish); whole and pieces thereof, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked.
Common questions
What is the value of animal casings imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported animal casings worth $126.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 195 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply animal casings to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($81.9 million), followed by Brazil (13%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average import price of animal casings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.73 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.90 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of animal casings to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $110.8 million in 2017 to $126.2 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export animal casings?
Yes. South Africa exported $16.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Vietnam, Botswana and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $110.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for animal casings?
The HS code for animal casings is heading 0504. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 0504.00. It sits in HS chapter 05 (animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0504 page.
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