Fertile hatching eggs exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $13.6 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.0 million.
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 | $13.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $17.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 3.4K t |
Where South Africa exports fertile hatching eggs to
The largest buyer markets were Eswatini (47%), Mozambique (45%), Botswana (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $6.4M | 47% |
| Mozambique | $6.2M | 45% |
| Botswana | $881K | 6.5% |
| Nigeria | $73K | 0.5% |
| Lesotho | $63K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $12K | 0.1% |
| Saint Helena | $5K | 0% |
| Somalia | $1K | 0% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.10 per kg, close to the world average of $5.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fertile hatching eggs imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $23.0 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Brazil accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $15.8M | 69% |
| Spain | $5.6M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 6.9% |
| United States | $47K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fertile hatching eggs exports (HS 0407.11): 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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported fertile hatching eggs worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 94 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy fertile hatching eggs from South Africa?
Eswatini was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Mozambique (45%) and Botswana (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 658% on the year.
What is the average export price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.10 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of fertile hatching eggs from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2022 at $17.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. South Africa imported $23.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Brazil, Spain and the United Kingdom. That compares with exports of $13.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. 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 0407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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