Oil seeds (other species) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of oil seeds (other species) by South Africa reached $3.0 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $3.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 746 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 918 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 907 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 682 t |
Where South Africa imports oil seeds (other species) from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Paraguay (21%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Paraguay grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 38% |
| Paraguay | $629K | 21% |
| India | $438K | 15% |
| Zambia | $301K | 10% |
| Canada | $122K | 4.1% |
| Kenya | $75K | 2.5% |
| Serbia | $58K | 2% |
| Argentina | $44K | 1.5% |
| France | $43K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $20K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.29 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.76, 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.
Oil seeds (other species) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $839 thousand of oil seeds (other species) in 2024 (402 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (24%), Kenya (15%), Netherlands (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $204K | 24% |
| Kenya | $122K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $67K | 7.9% |
| Belgium | $65K | 7.8% |
| China | $61K | 7.2% |
| Namibia | $41K | 4.9% |
| Eswatini | $40K | 4.7% |
| Botswana | $36K | 4.2% |
| United States | $32K | 3.8% |
| Zambia | $29K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa oil seeds (other species) imports (HS 1207.99): 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 1207.99: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits: n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of oil seeds (other species) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported oil seeds (other species) worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil seeds (other species) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Paraguay (21%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Paraguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil seeds (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.29 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of oil seeds (other species) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. The peak was 2023 at $3.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export oil seeds (other species)?
Yes. South Africa exported $839 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Kenya and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil seeds (other species)?
The HS code for oil seeds (other species) is subheading 1207.99. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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