Condensed milk exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of condensed milk by South Africa reached $65.1 million in 2024 (35.3 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $65.1M | 35.3K t |
| 2023 | $63.3M | 30.0K t |
| 2022 | $66.5M | 32.2K t |
| 2021 | $58.7M | 31.7K t |
| 2020 | $51.2M | 33.0K t |
| 2019 | $53.7M | 32.7K t |
| 2018 | $66.5M | 32.1K t |
| 2017 | $74.2M | 49.6K t |
Where South Africa exports condensed milk to
Most of it went to Zambia (26%), Mozambique (17%), Botswana (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $17.0M | 26% |
| Mozambique | $11.1M | 17% |
| Botswana | $9.7M | 15% |
| Namibia | $7.0M | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $5.9M | 9.1% |
| Eswatini | $4.7M | 7.2% |
| Lesotho | $2.1M | 3.2% |
| Malawi | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| Mauritius | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| Cameroon | $796K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 0402
| 0402.10 | Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat… | 46% |
| 0402.21 | Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a… | 22% |
| 0402.29 | Dairy produce: milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content… | 17% |
| 0402.99 | Dairy produce: milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms | 7.8% |
| 0402.91 | Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid… | 7.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0402.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.85 per kg, 36% below the world average of $2.88, 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.
Condensed milk imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $38.5 million of condensed milk in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were France (34%), New Zealand (22%), Uruguay (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $13.0M | 34% |
| New Zealand | $8.6M | 22% |
| Uruguay | $3.1M | 8.2% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $1.9M | 5% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 4.5% |
| Ireland | $773K | 2% |
| Australia | $500K | 1.3% |
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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 0402: Milk and cream; concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of condensed milk exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported condensed milk worth $65.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy condensed milk from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($17.0 million), followed by Mozambique (17%) and Botswana (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average export price of condensed milk per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.85 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $2.88 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 exports of condensed milk from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $74.2 million in 2017 to $65.1 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2017 at $74.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import condensed milk?
Yes. South Africa imported $38.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, New Zealand and Uruguay. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $26.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for condensed milk?
The HS code for condensed milk is heading 0402. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 0402.10 (45% of the value) and 0402.21 (22%). It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
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