Liqueurs and cordials exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of liqueurs and cordials by South Africa reached $41.8 million in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $58.4 million.
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 | $41.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2023 | $39.4M | 7.6K t |
| 2022 | $52.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $48.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2020 | $38.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $40.7M | 8.6K t |
| 2018 | $54.0M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $58.4M | 13.1K t |
Where South Africa exports liqueurs and cordials to
The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (10%), Brazil (8%), Namibia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $4.2M | 10% |
| Brazil | $3.5M | 8.4% |
| Namibia | $3.3M | 7.8% |
| Botswana | $3.2M | 7.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.6M | 6.3% |
| Zambia | $2.2M | 5.2% |
| United States | $2.2M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 5.1% |
| Tanzania | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| Paraguay | $1.8M | 4.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.07 per kg, 21% below the world average of $6.44, 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.
Liqueurs and cordials imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported liqueurs and cordials worth $32.9 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Germany alone supplied 79% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26.0M | 79% |
| United States | $2.4M | 7.3% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $807K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $502K | 1.5% |
| France | $333K | 1% |
| Mexico | $327K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $283K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $213K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $178K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa liqueurs and cordials exports (HS 2208.70): 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 2208.70: Liqueurs and cordials.
Common questions
What is the value of liqueurs and cordials exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported liqueurs and cordials worth $41.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 162 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy liqueurs and cordials from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 10% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Brazil (8%) and Namibia (8%). The top three together account for 26%, out of 117 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average export price of liqueurs and cordials per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.07 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $6.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of liqueurs and cordials from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.4 million in 2017 to $41.8 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2017 at $58.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import liqueurs and cordials?
Yes. South Africa imported $32.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United States and Trinidad and Tobago. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for liqueurs and cordials?
The HS code for liqueurs and cordials is subheading 2208.70. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
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