Prepared pork products (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $5.9 million of prepared pork products (other) in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 50% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $5.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 969 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 631 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 776 t |
Where South Africa imports prepared pork products (other) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.5M | 93% |
| Namibia | $258K | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $52K | 0.9% |
| China | $47K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $22K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $5K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.10 per kg, 62% below the world average of $5.58, 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.
Prepared pork products (other) exports from South Africa
Exports of prepared pork products (other) by South Africa reached $4.7 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Namibia alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $3.3M | 70% |
| Eswatini | $817K | 17% |
| Lesotho | $187K | 4% |
| Seychelles | $125K | 2.6% |
| Botswana | $124K | 2.6% |
| Mozambique | $110K | 2.3% |
| DR Congo | $27K | 0.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $23K | 0.5% |
| Malawi | $6K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa prepared pork products (other) imports (HS 1602.49): 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 1602.49: Meat preparations: of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared pork products (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported prepared pork products (other) worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared pork products (other) to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Namibia (4%) and Belgium (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared pork products (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.10 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $5.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared pork products (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 206%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export prepared pork products (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Eswatini and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared pork products (other)?
The HS code for prepared pork products (other) is subheading 1602.49. 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?
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