Durum wheat grain exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $55.8 million of durum wheat grain in 2024 (117.8 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more than in 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55.8M | 117.8K t |
| 2023 | $42.6M | 94.2K t |
| 2022 | $46.9M | 93.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 19.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 40.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 16.2K t |
Where South Africa exports durum wheat grain to
One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $32.1M | 58% |
| Zambia | $23.2M | 42% |
| Eswatini | $166K | 0.3% |
| Lesotho | $119K | 0.2% |
| Botswana | $51K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $35K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $12K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 20% below the world average of $0.59, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 durum wheat grain exports (HS 1001.19): 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 1001.19: Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed.
Common questions
What is the value of durum wheat grain exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported durum wheat grain worth $55.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 117.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 101 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy durum wheat grain from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($32.1 million), followed by Zambia (42%) and Eswatini (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 453% on the year.
What is the average export price of durum wheat grain per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of durum wheat grain from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $55.8 million in 2024, an increase of 514%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for durum wheat grain?
The HS code for durum wheat grain is subheading 1001.19. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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