Raw peanuts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw peanuts by South Africa reached $2.6 million in 2024 (996 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 88 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $2.6M | 996 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 960 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 664 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 603 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 742 t |
| 2019 | $610K | 539 t |
| 2018 | $277K | 258 t |
| 2017 | $726K | 594 t |
Where South Africa exports raw peanuts to
One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 93% of the value.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, 213% above the world average of $0.84. 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.
Raw peanuts imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $708 thousand of raw peanuts in 2024 (638 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were India (49%), Tanzania (31%), Malawi (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $345K | 49% |
| Tanzania | $218K | 31% |
| Malawi | $86K | 12% |
| Namibia | $28K | 4% |
| United States | $26K | 3.6% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Ghana | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa raw peanuts exports (HS 1202.30): 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 1202.30: Ground-nuts: seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken.
Common questions
What is the value of raw peanuts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported raw peanuts worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 996 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 88 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw peanuts from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Mozambique (4%) and Namibia (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 541% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw peanuts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 213% above the world average of $0.84 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of raw peanuts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $726 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 261%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import raw peanuts?
Yes. South Africa imported $708 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Tanzania and Malawi. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw peanuts?
The HS code for raw peanuts is subheading 1202.30. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1202 page.
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