Baking mixes exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $20.9 million of baking mixes in 2024 (13.7 thousand tonnes). 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.9M | 13.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $24.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.9M | 13.2K t |
| 2020 | $18.0M | 14.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.8M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $14.7M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 11.3K t |
Where South Africa exports baking mixes to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (24%), Botswana (21%), Eswatini (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $5.1M | 24% |
| Botswana | $4.4M | 21% |
| Eswatini | $3.6M | 18% |
| Zambia | $3.4M | 16% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 6.2% |
| Mozambique | $720K | 3.5% |
| Malawi | $572K | 2.7% |
| Kenya | $199K | 1% |
| Seychelles | $166K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $160K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 41% below the world average of $2.57, 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.
Baking mixes imports to South Africa
Imports of baking mixes by South Africa reached $14.4 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from United Kingdom (30%), Belgium (22%), France (22%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.4M | 31% |
| Belgium | $3.2M | 23% |
| France | $3.1M | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $941K | 6.6% |
| Singapore | $573K | 4% |
| India | $344K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $324K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $292K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $289K | 2% |
| Portugal | $145K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa baking mixes exports (HS 1901.20): 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 1901.20: Food preparations: mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares.
Common questions
What is the value of baking mixes exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported baking mixes worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy baking mixes from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Botswana (21%) and Eswatini (17%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 58 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average export price of baking mixes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $2.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of baking mixes from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2022 at $24.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import baking mixes?
Yes. South Africa imported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Belgium and France. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for baking mixes?
The HS code for baking mixes is subheading 1901.20. 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 1901 page.
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