Coffee extract imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported coffee extract worth $123.7 million (22.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 5% on 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 | $123.7M | 22.7K t |
| 2023 | $117.7M | 19.9K t |
| 2022 | $115.2M | 19.5K t |
| 2021 | $114.9M | 30.7K t |
| 2020 | $100.5M | 23.5K t |
| 2019 | $94.7M | 22.3K t |
| 2018 | $90.7M | 19.1K t |
| 2017 | $82.2M | 16.6K t |
Where South Africa imports coffee extract from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), Netherlands (21%), Spain (20%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $29.5M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $25.7M | 21% |
| Spain | $24.3M | 20% |
| India | $11.6M | 9.4% |
| Switzerland | $6.9M | 5.6% |
| France | $6.6M | 5.3% |
| Czech Republic | $6.0M | 4.9% |
| Poland | $2.8M | 2.3% |
| Russia | $1.9M | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $1.8M | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 2101
| 2101.11 | Extracts, essences and concentrates: of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee | 86% |
| 2101.30 | Chicory, roasted and other roasted coffee substitutes: extracts, essences and concentrates thereof | 8.5% |
| 2101.20 | Extracts, essences and concentrates: of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea… | 3.1% |
| 2101.12 | Preparations with a basis of extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee | 2.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2101.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.45 per kg, 29% below the world average of $7.68, 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.
Coffee extract exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported coffee extract worth $21.1 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (21%), Mozambique (18%), Zambia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $4.5M | 21% |
| Mozambique | $3.8M | 18% |
| Zambia | $2.9M | 14% |
| Mauritius | $2.7M | 13% |
| Botswana | $2.6M | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 7.5% |
| DR Congo | $644K | 3.1% |
| Malawi | $591K | 2.8% |
| Seychelles | $336K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $336K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2101: Extracts, essences, concentrates of coffee, tea or mate; preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or mate; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of coffee extract imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported coffee extract worth $123.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply coffee extract to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($29.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (21%) and Spain (20%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of coffee extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.45 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $7.68 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 coffee extract to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $82.2 million in 2017 to $123.7 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export coffee extract?
Yes. South Africa exported $21.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Mozambique and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $102.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for coffee extract?
The HS code for coffee extract is heading 2101. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2101.11 (86% of the value) and 2101.30 (8%). It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2101 page.
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