Green coffee beans imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported green coffee beans worth $93.3 million (22.6 thousand tonnes). That is 27% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $93.3M | 22.6K t |
| 2023 | $73.6M | 20.7K t |
| 2022 | $66.7M | 18.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.7M | 22.9K t |
| 2020 | $51.0M | 25.6K t |
| 2019 | $50.3M | 23.1K t |
| 2018 | $52.2M | 15.3K t |
| 2017 | $60.4M | 22.3K t |
Where South Africa imports green coffee beans from
Most of the value came from Brazil (50%), Ethiopia (9%), Tanzania (6%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $46.5M | 50% |
| Ethiopia | $8.3M | 8.9% |
| Tanzania | $5.4M | 5.8% |
| Uganda | $4.6M | 5% |
| Colombia | $3.9M | 4.2% |
| Guatemala | $3.5M | 3.8% |
| Honduras | $3.4M | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| Rwanda | $2.7M | 2.9% |
| Costa Rica | $1.9M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.13 per kg, close to the world average of $4.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Green coffee beans exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $5.2 million of green coffee beans in 2024 (791 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (24%), Lesotho (17%), Eswatini (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+602% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.2M | 24% |
| Lesotho | $890K | 17% |
| Eswatini | $795K | 15% |
| Botswana | $694K | 13% |
| Mozambique | $634K | 12% |
| United States | $139K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $127K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $111K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $91K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $88K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa green coffee beans imports (HS 0901.11): 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 0901.11: Coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated.
Common questions
What is the value of green coffee beans imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported green coffee beans worth $93.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply green coffee beans to South Africa?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($46.5 million), followed by Ethiopia (9%) and Tanzania (6%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of green coffee beans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.13 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $4.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of green coffee beans to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.4 million in 2017 to $93.3 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $62.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export green coffee beans?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Lesotho and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $88.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for green coffee beans?
The HS code for green coffee beans is subheading 0901.11. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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