Chocolate preparations (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $51.6 million (10.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $68.3 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 | $51.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2023 | $61.3M | 14.9K t |
| 2022 | $57.5M | 15.6K t |
| 2021 | $59.9M | 15.2K t |
| 2020 | $53.7M | 12.6K t |
| 2019 | $56.8M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $68.3M | 14.9K t |
| 2017 | $58.6M | 14.5K t |
Where South Africa imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (32%), Germany (15%), United Kingdom (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $16.7M | 32% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $5.9M | 11% |
| Belgium | $3.9M | 7.5% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 5.1% |
| Zambia | $1.9M | 3.6% |
| France | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Greece | $1.2M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.74 per kg, 29% below the world average of $6.64, 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.
Chocolate preparations (other) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $33.2 million of chocolate preparations (other) in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (17%), Namibia (14%), Zimbabwe (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind South Africa chocolate preparations (other) imports (HS 1806.90): 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 1806.90: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18.
Common questions
What is the value of chocolate preparations (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $51.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to South Africa?
Italy was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Germany (15%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 80 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 29% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.74 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $6.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.6 million in 2017 to $51.6 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $68.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $33.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Namibia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for chocolate preparations (other)?
The HS code for chocolate preparations (other) is subheading 1806.90. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 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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