Processed hemp fiber exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported processed hemp fiber worth $4.9 million (11 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 66 countries for exports of this product. That is 72% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 181% a year on average.
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 | $4.9M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 422 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 34 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 11 t |
| 2020 | $13K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $38K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $9K | 3 t |
| 2017 | $4K | 2 t |
Where South Africa exports processed hemp fiber to
One buyer market dominates: Australia accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $3.1M | 63% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $452K | 9.2% |
| Namibia | $10K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $4K | 0.1% |
| Eswatini | $4K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $460.50 per kg, 33029% above the world average of $1.39. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa processed hemp fiber exports (HS 5302.90): 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 5302.90: Hemp (cannabis sativa L.): processed (other than retted) (but not spun), true hemp tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock).
Common questions
What is the value of processed hemp fiber exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported processed hemp fiber worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 66 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy processed hemp fiber from South Africa?
Australia was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Portugal (28%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average export price of processed hemp fiber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $460.50 per kg in 2024, 33029% above the world average of $1.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of processed hemp fiber from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for processed hemp fiber?
The HS code for processed hemp fiber is subheading 5302.90. It sits in HS chapter 53 (vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5302 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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