Other raw cane sugar exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported other raw cane sugar worth $343.0 million (628.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 132 countries. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $343.0M | 628.5K t |
| 2023 | $363.7M | 561.0K t |
| 2022 | $213.2M | 378.7K t |
| 2021 | $159.0M | 335.5K t |
| 2020 | $272.3M | 733.9K t |
| 2019 | $324.9M | 1.01M t |
| 2018 | $233.7M | 688.2K t |
| 2017 | $171.3M | 312.3K t |
Where South Africa exports other raw cane sugar to
Most of it went to Malaysia (23%), South Korea (17%), Spain (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Madagascar grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $77.4M | 23% |
| South Korea | $58.1M | 17% |
| Spain | $43.3M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $36.1M | 11% |
| Madagascar | $24.5M | 7.2% |
| China | $22.8M | 6.6% |
| Indonesia | $22.4M | 6.5% |
| United States | $22.2M | 6.5% |
| Mozambique | $9.3M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $6.5M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.55 per kg, close to the world average of $0.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other raw cane sugar imports to South Africa
Imports of other raw cane sugar by South Africa reached $42.0 million in 2024 (61.0 thousand tonnes). Eswatini alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $27.6M | 66% |
| Brazil | $6.6M | 16% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 8% |
| Egypt | $1.8M | 4.3% |
| France | $1.1M | 2.7% |
| India | $792K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $499K | 1.2% |
| Ukraine | $157K | 0.4% |
| Namibia | $15K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $13K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa other raw cane sugar exports (HS 1701.14): 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 1701.14: Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of other raw cane sugar exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported other raw cane sugar worth $343.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 628.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 132 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy other raw cane sugar from South Africa?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($77.4 million), followed by South Korea (17%) and Spain (13%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 570% on the year.
What is the average export price of other raw cane sugar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.55 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of other raw cane sugar from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $171.3 million in 2017 to $343.0 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2023 at $363.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $260.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import other raw cane sugar?
Yes. South Africa imported $42.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Eswatini, Brazil and Belgium. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $301.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other raw cane sugar?
The HS code for other raw cane sugar is subheading 1701.14. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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