Food industry blades imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported food industry blades worth $3.9 million (90 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% more 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 | $3.9M | 90 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 79 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 95 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 70 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 75 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 84 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 97 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 126 t |
Where South Africa imports food industry blades from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (24%), Germany (23%), South Korea (12%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $960K | 24% |
| Germany | $905K | 23% |
| South Korea | $492K | 13% |
| United States | $287K | 7.3% |
| China | $283K | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $262K | 6.7% |
| Belgium | $203K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $139K | 3.5% |
| Denmark | $74K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $70K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.87 per kg, 23% above the world average of $35.77. 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.
Food industry blades exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported food industry blades worth $863 thousand (86 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (28%), Zambia (11%), Namibia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+675% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $240K | 28% |
| Zambia | $93K | 11% |
| Namibia | $89K | 10% |
| Botswana | $77K | 8.9% |
| Egypt | $75K | 8.7% |
| Eswatini | $54K | 6.2% |
| Lesotho | $42K | 4.9% |
| Mozambique | $24K | 2.8% |
| Austria | $20K | 2.3% |
| Morocco | $17K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa food industry blades imports (HS 8208.30): 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 8208.30: Tools: knives and cutting blades, for kitchen appliances or for machines used by the food industry.
Common questions
What is the value of food industry blades imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported food industry blades worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 90 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply food industry blades to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($960 thousand), followed by Germany (23%) and South Korea (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 75% on the year.
What is the average import price of food industry blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.87 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $35.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of food industry blades to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export food industry blades?
Yes. South Africa exported $863 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for food industry blades?
The HS code for food industry blades is subheading 8208.30. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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