Meat meal exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $9.0 million of meat meal in 2024 (10.0 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $9.0M | 10.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 6.5K t |
Where South Africa exports meat meal to
Zambia alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $6.2M | 70% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.5M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $567K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $385K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $186K | 2.1% |
| Lesotho | $12K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $11K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $11K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 48% above the world average of $0.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Meat meal imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $33.6 million of meat meal in 2024 (51.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Brazil (23%), United Kingdom (23%), Netherlands (19%). Among the main suppliers, Botswana grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $7.9M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $6.5M | 19% |
| Denmark | $4.9M | 15% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 8% |
| France | $1.5M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $968K | 2.9% |
| Botswana | $698K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $386K | 1.2% |
| Namibia | $297K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa meat meal exports (HS 2301.10): 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 2301.10: Flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves.
Common questions
What is the value of meat meal exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported meat meal worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 90 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy meat meal from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 69% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Zimbabwe (17%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average export price of meat meal per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of meat meal from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import meat meal?
Yes. South Africa imported $33.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Brazil, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. That compares with exports of $9.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for meat meal?
The HS code for meat meal is subheading 2301.10. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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