Grape juice imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported grape juice worth $46.6 million (25.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 188 countries for imports of this product. That is 60% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $46.6M | 25.7K t |
| 2023 | $29.2M | 17.7K t |
| 2022 | $25.4M | 14.8K t |
| 2021 | $13.5M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $20.3M | 21.0K t |
| 2019 | $38.4M | 34.1K t |
| 2018 | $39.3M | 25.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 11.5K t |
Where South Africa imports grape juice from
Most of the value came from Argentina (47%), Spain (39%), Chile (7%). Among the main suppliers, Argentina grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $22.0M | 47% |
| Spain | $18.2M | 39% |
| Chile | $3.4M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Israel | $787K | 1.7% |
| Greece | $223K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $215K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $56K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $39K | 0.1% |
| United States | $35K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.81 per kg, close to the world average of $1.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Grape juice exports from South Africa
Exports of grape juice by South Africa reached $5.8 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Nigeria (19%), Ghana (18%), Eswatini (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.1M | 19% |
| Ghana | $1.0M | 18% |
| Eswatini | $602K | 10% |
| Malawi | $401K | 6.9% |
| Mauritius | $385K | 6.7% |
| Namibia | $330K | 5.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $247K | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $215K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $193K | 3.3% |
| China | $147K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa grape juice imports (HS 2009.69): 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 2009.69: Juice: grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of grape juice imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported grape juice worth $46.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 188 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply grape juice to South Africa?
Argentina was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($22.0 million), followed by Spain (39%) and Chile (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of grape juice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.81 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of grape juice to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $46.6 million in 2024, an increase of 184%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export grape juice?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Ghana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $40.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for grape juice?
The HS code for grape juice is subheading 2009.69. 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 2009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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