Preserved fruit exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.8 million of preserved fruit in 2024 (962 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $3.8M | 962 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 836 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 838 t |
| 2020 | $767K | 282 t |
| 2019 | $656K | 449 t |
| 2018 | $841K | 458 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa exports preserved fruit to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (47%), Netherlands (21%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 47% |
| Netherlands | $784K | 21% |
| Germany | $323K | 8.6% |
| Japan | $181K | 4.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $141K | 3.8% |
| Namibia | $135K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $84K | 2.2% |
| Bulgaria | $73K | 2% |
| Austria | $50K | 1.3% |
| Mauritius | $40K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 0812
| 0812.90 | Fruit, edible: fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0812, provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption | 68% |
| 0812.10 | Fruit, edible: cherries, provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0812.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.90 per kg, 110% above the world average of $1.86. 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.
Preserved fruit imports to South Africa
Imports of preserved fruit by South Africa reached $784 thousand in 2024 (267 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $734K | 94% |
| Poland | $42K | 5.3% |
| India | $4K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $4K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Eswatini | $0K | 0% |
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 0812: Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption.
Common questions
What is the value of preserved fruit exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported preserved fruit worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 962 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy preserved fruit from South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (21%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 524% on the year.
What is the average export price of preserved fruit per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.90 per kg in 2024, 110% above the world average of $1.86 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 preserved fruit from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import preserved fruit?
Yes. South Africa imported $784 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Poland and India. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for preserved fruit?
The HS code for preserved fruit is heading 0812. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 0812.90 (68% of the value) and 0812.10 (32%). It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0812 page.
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