Pickled vegetables exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pickled vegetables by South Africa reached $57.5 million in 2024 (23.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $57.5M | 23.1K t |
| 2023 | $55.5M | 20.2K t |
| 2022 | $42.5M | 18.7K t |
| 2021 | $43.7M | 16.2K t |
| 2020 | $40.3M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $35.6M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $34.2M | 12.4K t |
| 2017 | $31.5M | 10.8K t |
Where South Africa exports pickled vegetables to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (29%), Poland (18%), United States (17%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.7M | 29% |
| Poland | $10.2M | 18% |
| United States | $9.6M | 17% |
| Greece | $6.5M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $4.4M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 4.6% |
| Botswana | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| France | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $924K | 1.6% |
| Lesotho | $703K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 2001
| 2001.90 | Vegetable preparations: vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid (excluding… | 99% |
| 2001.10 | Vegetable preparations: cucumbers and gherkins, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2001.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.49 per kg, 48% above the world average of $1.68. 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.
Pickled vegetables imports to South Africa
Imports of pickled vegetables by South Africa reached $8.8 million in 2024 (10.2 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Zimbabwe (28%), Zambia (22%), Germany (21%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.5M | 28% |
| Zambia | $1.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 21% |
| Turkey | $659K | 7.5% |
| Poland | $362K | 4.1% |
| India | $320K | 3.7% |
| Thailand | $209K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $199K | 2.3% |
| China | $147K | 1.7% |
| Greece | $121K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of pickled vegetables exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported pickled vegetables worth $57.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 159 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy pickled vegetables from South Africa?
Germany was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Poland (18%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 61 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average export price of pickled vegetables per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $1.68 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 exports of pickled vegetables from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.5 million in 2017 to $57.5 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import pickled vegetables?
Yes. South Africa imported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zimbabwe, Zambia and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $48.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for pickled vegetables?
The HS code for pickled vegetables is heading 2001. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 2001.90 (99% of the value) and 2001.10 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2001 page.
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