Dried egg yolks imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported dried egg yolks worth $3.7 million (331 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $3.7M | 331 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 335 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 390 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 326 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 277 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 307 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 464 t |
| 2017 | $600K | 115 t |
Where South Africa imports dried egg yolks from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 60% |
| Denmark | $955K | 26% |
| France | $423K | 12% |
| Italy | $96K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.11 per kg, 33% above the world average of $8.37. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dried egg yolks imports (HS 0408.11): 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 0408.11: Eggs: birds' eggs, yolks, dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of dried egg yolks imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported dried egg yolks worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 331 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 125 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried egg yolks to South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Denmark (26%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried egg yolks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.11 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $8.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried egg yolks to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $600 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 514%. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried egg yolks?
The HS code for dried egg yolks is subheading 0408.11. 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 0408 page.
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