Edible fat blends and spreads exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $13.5 million of edible fat blends and spreads in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $13.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 4.4K t |
Where South Africa exports edible fat blends and spreads to
Most of it went to Zambia (37%), DR Congo (15%), Zimbabwe (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+299% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $5.0M | 37% |
| DR Congo | $2.1M | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.7M | 13% |
| Lesotho | $1.5M | 11% |
| Mozambique | $927K | 6.9% |
| Eswatini | $630K | 4.7% |
| Mauritius | $303K | 2.2% |
| Botswana | $261K | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $236K | 1.7% |
| Angola | $211K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, close to the world average of $1.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Edible fat blends and spreads imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported edible fat blends and spreads worth $17.0 million (6.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Malaysia (38%), Singapore (20%), Indonesia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $6.5M | 38% |
| Singapore | $3.4M | 20% |
| Indonesia | $2.1M | 12% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 8.6% |
| China | $898K | 5.3% |
| Nigeria | $671K | 4% |
| Australia | $520K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $373K | 2.2% |
| United States | $371K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $144K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa edible fat blends and spreads exports (HS 1517.90): 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 1517.90: Edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this chapter, other than edible fats or oils of heading no. 1516.
Common questions
What is the value of edible fat blends and spreads exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported edible fat blends and spreads worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy edible fat blends and spreads from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the DR Congo (15%) and Zimbabwe (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 299% on the year.
What is the average export price of edible fat blends and spreads per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of edible fat blends and spreads from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 171%. The peak was 2022 at $14.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import edible fat blends and spreads?
Yes. South Africa imported $17.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. That compares with exports of $13.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for edible fat blends and spreads?
The HS code for edible fat blends and spreads is subheading 1517.90. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1517 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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