Hydrogenated vegetable oil imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $25.8 million of hydrogenated vegetable oil in 2024 (14.4 thousand tonnes). That is 42% 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 | $25.8M | 14.4K t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2022 | $23.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2021 | $20.6M | 11.4K t |
| 2020 | $16.1M | 10.8K t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.9M | 12.4K t |
| 2017 | $20.0M | 11.6K t |
Where South Africa imports hydrogenated vegetable oil from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (50%), Indonesia (24%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $12.8M | 50% |
| Indonesia | $6.3M | 24% |
| India | $3.2M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $745K | 2.9% |
| Colombia | $679K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $413K | 1.6% |
| United States | $318K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $310K | 1.2% |
| France | $219K | 0.9% |
| Chile | $189K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 1516
| 1516.20 | Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions: partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined… | 94% |
| 1516.10 | Animal fats and oils and their fractions: partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but… | 6.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1516.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, close to the world average of $1.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hydrogenated vegetable oil exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $25.3 million of hydrogenated vegetable oil in 2024 (20.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (42%), Zimbabwe (30%), DR Congo (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $10.7M | 42% |
| Zimbabwe | $7.5M | 30% |
| DR Congo | $1.9M | 7.5% |
| France | $1.6M | 6.4% |
| Mozambique | $727K | 2.9% |
| Malawi | $574K | 2.3% |
| Botswana | $419K | 1.7% |
| Lesotho | $419K | 1.7% |
| Namibia | $369K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $267K | 1.1% |
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 1516: Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of hydrogenated vegetable oil imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hydrogenated vegetable oil worth $25.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydrogenated vegetable oil to South Africa?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by Indonesia (24%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydrogenated vegetable oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.58 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 imports of hydrogenated vegetable oil to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.0 million in 2017 to $25.8 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export hydrogenated vegetable oil?
Yes. South Africa exported $25.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Zimbabwe and the DR Congo. That compares with imports of $25.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for hydrogenated vegetable oil?
The HS code for hydrogenated vegetable oil is heading 1516. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 1516.20 (94% of the value) and 1516.10 (6%). It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1516 page.
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