Dried apples exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported dried apples worth $2.4 million (915 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 62% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.4 million.
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 | $2.4M | 915 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 262 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 384 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 251 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 326 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 387 t |
Where South Africa exports dried apples to
The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (34%), Netherlands (19%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $828K | 34% |
| Netherlands | $453K | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $393K | 16% |
| Belgium | $219K | 9% |
| Ireland | $127K | 5.2% |
| Iceland | $81K | 3.3% |
| Slovakia | $47K | 1.9% |
| Uganda | $34K | 1.4% |
| United States | $33K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, close to the world average of $2.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried apples imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $213 thousand of dried apples in 2024 (29 tonnes). Most of the value came from United States (39%), China (23%), Poland (22%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+748% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $82K | 39% |
| China | $50K | 24% |
| Poland | $46K | 22% |
| Italy | $25K | 12% |
| Turkey | $7K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0.3% |
| Chile | $1K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dried apples exports (HS 0813.30): 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 0813.30: Fruit, edible: apples, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried apples exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported dried apples worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 915 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 96 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried apples from South Africa?
Switzerland was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($828 thousand), followed by the Netherlands (19%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 143% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried apples per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $2.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of dried apples from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import dried apples?
Yes. South Africa imported $213 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and Poland. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried apples?
The HS code for dried apples is subheading 0813.30. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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