Dried black-eyed peas exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of dried black-eyed peas by South Africa reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 102 countries. Value rose 51% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
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 | $3.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 632 t |
| 2020 | $500K | 349 t |
| 2019 | $935K | 839 t |
| 2018 | $432K | 315 t |
| 2017 | $620K | 413 t |
Where South Africa exports dried black-eyed peas to
One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+716% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.1M | 59% |
| Mozambique | $531K | 15% |
| Botswana | $482K | 14% |
| Lesotho | $111K | 3.2% |
| Angola | $102K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $90K | 2.6% |
| Namibia | $17K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.3% |
| Eswatini | $4K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.18 per kg, 151% above the world average of $0.87. 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.
Dried black-eyed peas imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported dried black-eyed peas worth $930 thousand (1.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Madagascar accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Madagascar grew fastest (+501% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | $661K | 71% |
| Malawi | $236K | 25% |
| Mauritius | $28K | 3% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dried black-eyed peas exports (HS 0713.35): 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 0713.35: Vegetables, leguminous: cow peas (Vigna unguiculata), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried black-eyed peas exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported dried black-eyed peas worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 102 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried black-eyed peas from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Mozambique (15%) and Botswana (14%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 716% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried black-eyed peas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.18 per kg in 2024, 151% above the world average of $0.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of dried black-eyed peas from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $620 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 465%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import dried black-eyed peas?
Yes. South Africa imported $930 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Madagascar, Malawi and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried black-eyed peas?
The HS code for dried black-eyed peas is subheading 0713.35. 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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