Frozen vegetables (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported frozen vegetables (other) worth $3.0 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.0 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 | $3.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 4.4K t |
Where South Africa imports frozen vegetables (other) from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (45%), China (32%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.43, 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 vegetables (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of frozen vegetables (other) by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (704 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (27%), Italy (19%), Germany (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $518K | 27% |
| Italy | $373K | 19% |
| Germany | $350K | 18% |
| Romania | $277K | 14% |
| Botswana | $257K | 13% |
| Mozambique | $60K | 3.1% |
| DR Congo | $40K | 2.1% |
| Eswatini | $19K | 1% |
| Austria | $16K | 0.8% |
| Mauritius | $11K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa frozen vegetables (other) imports (HS 0710.80): 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 0710.80: Vegetables: uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, n.e.c. in heading no. 0710, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen vegetables (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported frozen vegetables (other) worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen vegetables (other) to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (32%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 208% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen vegetables (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen vegetables (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2017 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export frozen vegetables (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Italy and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen vegetables (other)?
The HS code for frozen vegetables (other) is subheading 0710.80. 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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