Processed eggs imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported processed eggs worth $7.3 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $7.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 1,000 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 584 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 797 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 476 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 580 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 382 t |
Where South Africa imports processed eggs from
The largest suppliers were Denmark (41%), Netherlands (32%), Lithuania (12%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+506% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $3.0M | 41% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 32% |
| Lithuania | $877K | 12% |
| France | $683K | 9.4% |
| Italy | $195K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $113K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $42K | 0.6% |
| United States | $15K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.1% |
| China | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0408
| 0408.11 | Eggs: birds' eggs, yolks, dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 51% |
| 0408.91 | Eggs: birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 32% |
| 0408.99 | Eggs: birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, moulded, frozen, otherwise preserved, whether… | 17% |
| 0408.19 | Eggs: birds' eggs, yolks, fresh, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, moulded, frozen or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added… | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.33 per kg, 78% above the world average of $3.55. 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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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 0408: Birds' eggs, not in shell; egg yolks, fresh, dried, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, moulded, frozen or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of processed eggs imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported processed eggs worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply processed eggs to South Africa?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (32%) and Lithuania (12%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 506% on the year.
What is the average import price of processed eggs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.33 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $3.55 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 imports of processed eggs to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 244%. The peak was 2023 at $8.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for processed eggs?
The HS code for processed eggs is heading 0408. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 0408.11 (51% of the value) and 0408.91 (32%). It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0408 page.
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