Ginger and spices exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $82.8 million of ginger and spices in 2024 (24.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 24% more than in 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 | $82.8M | 24.6K t |
| 2023 | $66.7M | 22.6K t |
| 2022 | $66.2M | 21.4K t |
| 2021 | $65.7M | 21.3K t |
| 2020 | $57.7M | 18.7K t |
| 2019 | $60.1M | 18.4K t |
| 2018 | $62.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2017 | $59.1M | 17.4K t |
Where South Africa exports ginger and spices to
Most of it went to Botswana (20%), Namibia (18%), Eswatini (16%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $16.4M | 20% |
| Namibia | $14.5M | 18% |
| Eswatini | $13.0M | 16% |
| Mozambique | $9.4M | 11% |
| Lesotho | $7.5M | 9% |
| Zambia | $5.7M | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| DR Congo | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| Malawi | $1.7M | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.99 | Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910 | 83% |
| 0910.91 | Spices: mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings | 13% |
| 0910.11 | Spices: ginger, neither crushed nor ground | 1.4% |
| 0910.12 | Spices: ginger, crushed or ground | 1.3% |
| 0910.30 | Spices: turmeric (curcuma) | 0.5% |
| 0910.20 | Spices: saffron | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.37 per kg, 51% above the world average of $2.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ginger and spices imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported ginger and spices worth $30.5 million (16.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. India alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+402% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported ginger and spices worth $82.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 199 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy ginger and spices from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by Namibia (18%) and Eswatini (16%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 99 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average export price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.37 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of ginger and spices from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $59.1 million in 2017 to $82.8 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import ginger and spices?
Yes. South Africa imported $30.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Turkey. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $52.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 0910.99 (83% of the value) and 0910.91 (13%). It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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