Filled chocolate bars imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $24.8 million of filled chocolate bars in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). That is 3% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $24.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $25.7M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $24.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $24.4M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $25.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 6.1K t |
Where South Africa imports filled chocolate bars from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (19%), Netherlands (14%), Poland (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+911% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $4.6M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $3.4M | 14% |
| Poland | $3.4M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 12% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 8.5% |
| Egypt | $1.6M | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $998K | 4% |
| France | $619K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.32 per kg, 33% below the world average of $6.43, 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.
Filled chocolate bars exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported filled chocolate bars worth $17.5 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (18%), Zambia (16%), Kenya (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.1M | 18% |
| Zambia | $2.7M | 16% |
| Kenya | $2.1M | 12% |
| Angola | $1.3M | 7.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.3M | 7.3% |
| Mauritius | $1.1M | 6.4% |
| Tanzania | $1.0M | 5.9% |
| Botswana | $797K | 4.6% |
| Mozambique | $594K | 3.4% |
| United States | $419K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa filled chocolate bars imports (HS 1806.31): 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 1806.31: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less.
Common questions
What is the value of filled chocolate bars imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported filled chocolate bars worth $24.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply filled chocolate bars to South Africa?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and Poland (14%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 911% on the year.
What is the average import price of filled chocolate bars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.32 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of filled chocolate bars to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $24.8 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2019 at $27.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export filled chocolate bars?
Yes. South Africa exported $17.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zambia and Kenya. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for filled chocolate bars?
The HS code for filled chocolate bars is subheading 1806.31. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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