Malt imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of malt by South Africa reached $80.7 million in 2024 (128.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $80.7M | 128.5K t |
| 2023 | $70.7M | 106.4K t |
| 2022 | $43.7M | 52.6K t |
| 2021 | $41.7M | 62.3K t |
| 2020 | $23.4M | 23.7K t |
| 2019 | $28.6M | 38.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 16.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.1M | 20.1K t |
Where South Africa imports malt from
Belgium alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+651% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $41.2M | 51% |
| China | $12.3M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $11.0M | 14% |
| France | $8.5M | 11% |
| Portugal | $3.3M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 2% |
| Zimbabwe | $469K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $95K | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | $16K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1107
| 1107.10 | Malt: not roasted | 93% |
| 1107.20 | Malt: roasted | 6.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1107.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, close to the world average of $0.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Malt exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported malt worth $33.6 million (42.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Mozambique (41%), Botswana (26%), Lesotho (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $13.8M | 41% |
| Botswana | $8.7M | 26% |
| Lesotho | $4.6M | 14% |
| Eswatini | $2.8M | 8.2% |
| Namibia | $2.3M | 7% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 3% |
| Tanzania | $338K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $113K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $6K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 1107: Malt; whether or not roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of malt imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported malt worth $80.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply malt to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($41.2 million), followed by China (15%) and the Netherlands (14%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 651% on the year.
What is the average import price of malt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.65 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 malt to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.1 million in 2017 to $80.7 million in 2024, an increase of 433%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export malt?
Yes. South Africa exported $33.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Botswana and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $47.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for malt?
The HS code for malt is heading 1107. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 1107.10 (93% of the value) and 1107.20 (7%). It sits in HS chapter 11 (products of the milling industry; malt, starches, inulin, wheat gluten). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1107 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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