Fruit jam exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $4.2 million of fruit jam in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $4.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 938 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 986 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 970 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 884 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 894 t |
Where South Africa exports fruit jam to
Most of it went to Zambia (40%), Namibia (13%), Mozambique (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.7M | 40% |
| Namibia | $537K | 13% |
| Mozambique | $513K | 12% |
| Botswana | $329K | 7.8% |
| Mauritius | $322K | 7.7% |
| Eswatini | $258K | 6.2% |
| United States | $252K | 6% |
| Lesotho | $73K | 1.8% |
| Kenya | $62K | 1.5% |
| Seychelles | $29K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, close to the world average of $3.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fruit jam imports to South Africa
Imports of fruit jam by South Africa reached $566 thousand in 2024 (222 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $455K | 80% |
| Italy | $53K | 9.4% |
| Eswatini | $43K | 7.6% |
| France | $5K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $1K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fruit jam exports (HS 2007.10): 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 2007.10: Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree and fruit or nut pastes: homogenised, cooked preparations, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of fruit jam exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported fruit jam worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 138 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy fruit jam from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Namibia (13%) and Mozambique (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average export price of fruit jam per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $3.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of fruit jam from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 143%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import fruit jam?
Yes. South Africa imported $566 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, Italy and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fruit jam?
The HS code for fruit jam is subheading 2007.10. 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 2007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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