Dried beans (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $6.8 million of dried beans (other) in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $6.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $979K | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports dried beans (other) from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (46%), Malawi (16%), Poland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Madagascar grew fastest (+528% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $3.1M | 46% |
| Malawi | $1.1M | 16% |
| Poland | $594K | 8.7% |
| Madagascar | $568K | 8.3% |
| Ethiopia | $241K | 3.5% |
| Mozambique | $235K | 3.5% |
| Argentina | $208K | 3.1% |
| United States | $173K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $158K | 2.3% |
| Botswana | $156K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, close to the world average of $1.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried beans (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of dried beans (other) by South Africa reached $6.5 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Eswatini (48%), Lesotho (20%), Zimbabwe (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+446% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $3.1M | 48% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 20% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.3M | 20% |
| Botswana | $329K | 5% |
| Namibia | $260K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $46K | 0.7% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $35K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $20K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dried beans (other) imports (HS 0713.39): 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 0713.39: Vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried beans (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported dried beans (other) worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried beans (other) to South Africa?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Malawi (16%) and Poland (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 528% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried beans (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dried beans (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $979 thousand in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 596%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export dried beans (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Lesotho and Zimbabwe. That compares with imports of $6.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for dried beans (other)?
The HS code for dried beans (other) is subheading 0713.39. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0713 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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