Frozen fruit (other varieties) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen fruit (other varieties) by South Africa reached $4.0 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 131% on 2023. 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 837 t |
Where South Africa imports frozen fruit (other varieties) from
Most of the value came from Madagascar (28%), Vietnam (22%), Poland (18%). Among the main suppliers, Madagascar grew fastest (+444% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.15 per kg, close to the world average of $2.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen fruit (other varieties) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $20.3 million of frozen fruit (other varieties) in 2024 (7.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Japan (38%), United Kingdom (19%), Germany (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+757% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $7.7M | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $3.9M | 19% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 6.9% |
| France | $1.4M | 6.7% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $826K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $557K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $518K | 2.6% |
| Ireland | $414K | 2% |
| Hong Kong | $280K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa frozen fruit (other varieties) imports (HS 0811.90): 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 0811.90: Fruit, edible: fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0811, uncooked or cooked, frozen whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen fruit (other varieties) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported frozen fruit (other varieties) worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 131% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen fruit (other varieties) to South Africa?
Madagascar was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Vietnam (22%) and Poland (18%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 444% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen fruit (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.15 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $2.67 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of frozen fruit (other varieties) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 172%. The peak was 2018 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export frozen fruit (other varieties)?
Yes. South Africa exported $20.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, the United Kingdom and Germany. That compares with imports of $4.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for frozen fruit (other varieties)?
The HS code for frozen fruit (other varieties) is subheading 0811.90. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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