Bakery products (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported bakery products (other) worth $44.5 million (12.0 thousand tonnes). That is 6% 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 | $44.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2023 | $41.9M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $44.5M | 14.1K t |
| 2021 | $33.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $34.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $45.6M | 19.7K t |
| 2018 | $45.5M | 15.1K t |
| 2017 | $42.2M | 14.1K t |
Where South Africa imports bakery products (other) from
The largest suppliers were Poland (24%), United Kingdom (12%), Spain (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+505% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $10.8M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $5.2M | 12% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 7.4% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 7.2% |
| Romania | $3.2M | 7.2% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 4.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.9M | 4.4% |
| Denmark | $1.7M | 3.9% |
| India | $1.6M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.70 per kg, close to the world average of $3.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bakery products (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported bakery products (other) worth $34.8 million (14.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (25%), Eswatini (8%), Zimbabwe (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $8.6M | 25% |
| Eswatini | $2.8M | 7.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.6M | 7.6% |
| Mozambique | $2.6M | 7.6% |
| Mauritius | $2.6M | 7.4% |
| Lesotho | $2.5M | 7.2% |
| Zambia | $2.3M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 5.1% |
| Ethiopia | $1.6M | 4.5% |
| Australia | $1.4M | 4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bakery products (other) imports (HS 1905.90): 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 1905.90: Food preparations: bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa: communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of bakery products (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported bakery products (other) worth $44.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply bakery products (other) to South Africa?
Poland was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (12%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 505% on the year.
What is the average import price of bakery products (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.70 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bakery products (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.2 million in 2017 to $44.5 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2019 at $45.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export bakery products (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $34.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for bakery products (other)?
The HS code for bakery products (other) is subheading 1905.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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