Dried fish offal exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported dried fish offal worth $3.2 million (38 tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $3.2M | 39 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 48 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 18 t |
| 2021 | $580K | 6 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 21 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 168 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $774K | 22 t |
Where South Africa exports dried fish offal to
One buyer market dominates: Macao accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Macao | $1.7M | 54% |
| Singapore | $1.5M | 45% |
| Hong Kong | $28K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $6K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $5K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $83.85 per kg, 344% above the world average of $18.89. 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 fish offal exports (HS 0305.72): 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 0305.72: Fish: edible offal, fish heads, tails and maws.
Common questions
What is the value of dried fish offal exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported dried fish offal worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 102 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried fish offal from South Africa?
Macao was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Singapore (45%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried fish offal per kg?
The average declared export value was about $83.85 per kg in 2024, 344% above the world average of $18.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of dried fish offal from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $774 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 317%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried fish offal?
The HS code for dried fish offal is subheading 0305.72. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0305 page.
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