Frozen vegetable mixtures imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported frozen vegetable mixtures worth $3.6 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.9 million.
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 | $3.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 7.5K t |
Where South Africa imports frozen vegetable mixtures from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), Belgium (23%), New Zealand (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 46% |
| Belgium | $838K | 23% |
| New Zealand | $724K | 20% |
| Kenya | $211K | 5.8% |
| Spain | $72K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $50K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $27K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $21K | 0.6% |
| India | $17K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, 32% below the world average of $1.45, 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.
Frozen vegetable mixtures exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported frozen vegetable mixtures worth $3.1 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Botswana alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.0M | 64% |
| Namibia | $263K | 8.5% |
| Mozambique | $156K | 5% |
| Eswatini | $154K | 5% |
| Mauritius | $104K | 3.4% |
| Zambia | $100K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $61K | 2% |
| Ghana | $58K | 1.9% |
| Lesotho | $51K | 1.7% |
| Malawi | $38K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa frozen vegetable mixtures imports (HS 0710.90): 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 0710.90: Vegetable mixtures: uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen vegetable mixtures imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported frozen vegetable mixtures worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen vegetable mixtures to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Belgium (23%) and New Zealand (20%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen vegetable mixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $1.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen vegetable mixtures to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2020 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export frozen vegetable mixtures?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique. That compares with imports of $3.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for frozen vegetable mixtures?
The HS code for frozen vegetable mixtures is subheading 0710.90. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0710 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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