Frozen orange juice exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported frozen orange juice worth $36.6 million (9.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $36.6M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $30.6M | 14.9K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 9.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 3.9K t |
Where South Africa exports frozen orange juice to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (47%), Israel (22%), United States (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $17.2M | 47% |
| Israel | $8.1M | 22% |
| United States | $2.6M | 7.1% |
| India | $2.2M | 6.1% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| Chile | $570K | 1.6% |
| China | $373K | 1% |
| Germany | $309K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $291K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.70 per kg, close to the world average of $3.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen orange juice imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $3.6 million of frozen orange juice in 2024 (934 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Egypt (34%), Zimbabwe (17%), Brazil (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.2M | 35% |
| Zimbabwe | $606K | 17% |
| Brazil | $591K | 17% |
| Spain | $371K | 10% |
| Israel | $291K | 8.2% |
| China | $257K | 7.2% |
| Italy | $211K | 5.9% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa frozen orange juice exports (HS 2009.11): 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 2009.11: Juice: orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen orange juice exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported frozen orange juice worth $36.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 113 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen orange juice from South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($17.2 million), followed by Israel (22%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen orange juice per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.70 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen orange juice from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $36.6 million in 2024, an increase of 456%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import frozen orange juice?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, Zimbabwe and Brazil. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $33.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen orange juice?
The HS code for frozen orange juice is subheading 2009.11. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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