Ready-to-eat pasta imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $45.3 million (22.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $45.3M | 22.6K t |
| 2023 | $49.3M | 19.0K t |
| 2022 | $19.4M | 16.6K t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 12.8K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 14.2K t |
| 2019 | $18.0M | 11.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.6M | 11.5K t |
Where South Africa imports ready-to-eat pasta from
The largest suppliers were Namibia (34%), Egypt (18%), Indonesia (16%). Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $15.4M | 34% |
| Egypt | $8.2M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $7.2M | 16% |
| China | $5.3M | 12% |
| Eswatini | $3.3M | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 5% |
| Mozambique | $1.6M | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $848K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $662K | 1.5% |
| India | $229K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, 23% below the world average of $2.61, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ready-to-eat pasta exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported ready-to-eat pasta worth $16.6 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (45%), Namibia (20%), Mozambique (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $7.5M | 45% |
| Namibia | $3.3M | 20% |
| Mozambique | $2.4M | 14% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 7.9% |
| Eswatini | $514K | 3.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $394K | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $379K | 2.3% |
| Malawi | $346K | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $154K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $109K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa ready-to-eat pasta imports (HS 1902.30): 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 1902.30: Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of ready-to-eat pasta imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $45.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply ready-to-eat pasta to South Africa?
Namibia was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($15.4 million), followed by Egypt (18%) and Indonesia (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 131% on the year.
What is the average import price of ready-to-eat pasta per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $2.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ready-to-eat pasta to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.6 million in 2017 to $45.3 million in 2024, an increase of 158%. The peak was 2023 at $49.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export ready-to-eat pasta?
Yes. South Africa exported $16.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $28.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ready-to-eat pasta?
The HS code for ready-to-eat pasta is subheading 1902.30. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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