Cranberry juice imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported cranberry juice worth $4.1 million (532 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $4.1M | 533 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 520 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 446 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 429 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 392 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 430 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 563 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 397 t |
Where South Africa imports cranberry juice from
United States alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.4M | 83% |
| Chile | $586K | 14% |
| Thailand | $54K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $46K | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | $5K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.70 per kg, 178% above the world average of $2.77. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cranberry juice exports from South Africa
Exports of cranberry juice by South Africa reached $2.1 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Botswana (26%), Eswatini (23%), Namibia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $535K | 26% |
| Eswatini | $486K | 23% |
| Namibia | $335K | 16% |
| Taiwan | $136K | 6.5% |
| Zambia | $130K | 6.2% |
| Lesotho | $82K | 4% |
| Australia | $75K | 3.6% |
| Mauritius | $57K | 2.7% |
| Ghana | $41K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $39K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cranberry juice imports (HS 2009.81): 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 2009.81: Juice: Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon, Vaccinium oxycoccos, Vaccinium vitis-idaea) juice, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of cranberry juice imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported cranberry juice worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 532 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply cranberry juice to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Chile (14%) and Thailand (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 703% on the year.
What is the average import price of cranberry juice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.70 per kg in 2024, 178% above the world average of $2.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cranberry juice to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 187%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cranberry juice?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Eswatini and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cranberry juice?
The HS code for cranberry juice is subheading 2009.81. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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