Prepared meat (other species) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported prepared meat (other species) worth $8.2 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.9 million.
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 | $8.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 4.0K t |
Where South Africa exports prepared meat (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (31%), Belgium (18%), Lesotho (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 31% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 18% |
| Lesotho | $1.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $884K | 11% |
| Botswana | $881K | 11% |
| France | $466K | 5.7% |
| Mozambique | $171K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $140K | 1.7% |
| Malawi | $128K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $123K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.59 per kg, 45% above the world average of $3.86. 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa prepared meat (other species) exports (HS 1602.90): 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 1602.90: Meat preparations: of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared meat (other species) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported prepared meat (other species) worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 112 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared meat (other species) from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Belgium (18%) and Lesotho (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared meat (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.59 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared meat (other species) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2017 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared meat (other species)?
The HS code for prepared meat (other species) is subheading 1602.90. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 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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