Raisins exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raisins by South Africa reached $183.8 million in 2024 (83.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. That is 53% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $183.8M | 83.0K t |
| 2023 | $120.1M | 57.9K t |
| 2022 | $112.5M | 57.2K t |
| 2021 | $123.7M | 65.5K t |
| 2020 | $128.0M | 65.2K t |
| 2019 | $121.7M | 48.3K t |
| 2018 | $153.6M | 62.6K t |
| 2017 | $100.5M | 48.0K t |
Where South Africa exports raisins to
Most of it went to Germany (23%), United States (16%), Netherlands (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $43.0M | 23% |
| United States | $29.0M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $24.5M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $23.6M | 13% |
| Canada | $13.9M | 7.5% |
| France | $10.9M | 5.9% |
| Denmark | $4.0M | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $3.8M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $2.9M | 1.6% |
| Algeria | $2.7M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $2.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Raisins imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported raisins worth $3.1 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). Turkey alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.6M | 52% |
| Netherlands | $394K | 13% |
| Egypt | $348K | 11% |
| Namibia | $263K | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $140K | 4.5% |
| Australia | $109K | 3.5% |
| Portugal | $84K | 2.7% |
| Denmark | $73K | 2.3% |
| France | $65K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa raisins exports (HS 0806.20): 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 0806.20: Fruit, edible: grapes, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of raisins exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported raisins worth $183.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 83.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 136 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy raisins from South Africa?
Germany was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($43.0 million), followed by the United States (16%) and the Netherlands (13%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average export price of raisins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of raisins from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $100.5 million in 2017 to $183.8 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $130.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import raisins?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, the Netherlands and Egypt. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $180.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for raisins?
The HS code for raisins is subheading 0806.20. 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 0806 page.
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