Frozen pork cuts (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported frozen pork cuts (other) worth $17.8 million (6.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $13.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 3.7K t |
Where South Africa exports frozen pork cuts (other) to
Mozambique alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $10.7M | 60% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.9M | 11% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 7.2% |
| Seychelles | $835K | 4.7% |
| Kenya | $803K | 4.5% |
| Botswana | $575K | 3.2% |
| Namibia | $554K | 3.1% |
| Malawi | $331K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $246K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $136K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.85 per kg, close to the world average of $3.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen pork cuts (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $44.5 million of frozen pork cuts (other) in 2024 (17.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Brazil (24%), France (19%), Spain (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $10.7M | 24% |
| France | $8.6M | 19% |
| Spain | $7.4M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $7.4M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $4.3M | 9.7% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Denmark | $847K | 1.9% |
| United States | $443K | 1% |
| Canada | $265K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa frozen pork cuts (other) exports (HS 0203.29): 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 0203.29: Meat: of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen pork cuts (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported frozen pork cuts (other) worth $17.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 104 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen pork cuts (other) from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 60% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by Zimbabwe (10%) and Lesotho (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen pork cuts (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.85 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen pork cuts (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $17.8 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import frozen pork cuts (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $44.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Brazil, France and Spain. That compares with exports of $17.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for frozen pork cuts (other)?
The HS code for frozen pork cuts (other) is subheading 0203.29. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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