Human vaccines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported human vaccines worth $124.8 million (155 tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $499.2 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 | $124.8M | 155 t |
| 2023 | $137.8M | 232 t |
| 2022 | $245.1M | 440 t |
| 2021 | $499.2M | 493 t |
| 2020 | $182.2M | 280 t |
| 2019 | $187.7M | 805 t |
| 2018 | $118.5M | 255 t |
| 2017 | $186.3M | 375 t |
Where South Africa imports human vaccines from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $63.8M | 51% |
| Belgium | $21.6M | 17% |
| India | $15.9M | 13% |
| United States | $8.5M | 6.8% |
| Canada | $4.5M | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $3.3M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $646K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $803.60 per kg, 33% below the world average of $1,208.15, 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.
Human vaccines exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported human vaccines worth $1.8 million (66 tonnes). Mauritius alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $1.0M | 57% |
| Namibia | $164K | 9% |
| Lesotho | $162K | 8.8% |
| Kenya | $110K | 6% |
| Eswatini | $104K | 5.7% |
| Botswana | $74K | 4% |
| Belgium | $61K | 3.4% |
| India | $24K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $24K | 1.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $23K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa human vaccines imports (HS 3002.20): 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 3002.20: Vaccines: for human medicine.
Common questions
What is the value of human vaccines imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported human vaccines worth $124.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply human vaccines to South Africa?
France was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($63.8 million), followed by Belgium (17%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of human vaccines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $803.60 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $1,208.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of human vaccines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $186.3 million in 2017 to $124.8 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $499.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $210.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export human vaccines?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritius, Namibia and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $123.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for human vaccines?
The HS code for human vaccines is subheading 3002.20. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
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