Prepared fruit (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared fruit (other) by South Africa reached $41.8 million in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 30% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $41.8M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $32.2M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $40.0M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $33.7M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $45.1M | 14.5K t |
| 2018 | $33.5M | 13.8K t |
| 2017 | $27.7M | 11.6K t |
Where South Africa exports prepared fruit (other) to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (46%), Netherlands (16%), Australia (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $19.4M | 46% |
| Netherlands | $6.6M | 16% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 6% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $984K | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $906K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $847K | 2% |
| New Zealand | $789K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $670K | 1.6% |
| Israel | $659K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.21 per kg, 48% above the world average of $2.84. 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.
Prepared fruit (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported prepared fruit (other) worth $8.7 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (37%), Malaysia (12%), Costa Rica (7%). Among the main suppliers, Costa Rica grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 37% |
| Malaysia | $1.0M | 12% |
| Costa Rica | $570K | 6.5% |
| Colombia | $564K | 6.5% |
| Philippines | $487K | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $406K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $356K | 4.1% |
| Thailand | $293K | 3.4% |
| Guatemala | $275K | 3.2% |
| Serbia | $219K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa prepared fruit (other) exports (HS 2008.99): 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 2008.99: Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants: prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c. in heading no. 2008.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared fruit (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported prepared fruit (other) worth $41.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared fruit (other) from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and Australia (6%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 70 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 635% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared fruit (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.21 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $2.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared fruit (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.7 million in 2017 to $41.8 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2019 at $45.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import prepared fruit (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Malaysia and Costa Rica. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $33.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared fruit (other)?
The HS code for prepared fruit (other) is subheading 2008.99. 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 2008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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