Refined olive oil exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of refined olive oil by South Africa reached $3.0 million in 2024 (786 tonnes). Value rose 59% on 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 | $3.0M | 786 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 560 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 627 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 572 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 701 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 532 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 491 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 668 t |
Where South Africa exports refined olive oil to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (21%), Botswana (19%), Zambia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $639K | 21% |
| Botswana | $562K | 19% |
| Zambia | $509K | 17% |
| Zimbabwe | $184K | 6.2% |
| Malawi | $151K | 5.1% |
| Mauritius | $135K | 4.5% |
| Eswatini | $133K | 4.5% |
| Lesotho | $120K | 4% |
| Mozambique | $118K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $75K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.79 per kg, 47% below the world average of $7.16, 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.
Refined olive oil imports to South Africa
Imports of refined olive oil by South Africa reached $1.7 million in 2024 (336 tonnes). Italy alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
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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 1509.90: Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined olive oil exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported refined olive oil worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 786 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 127 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 59% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined olive oil from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($639 thousand), followed by Botswana (19%) and Zambia (17%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 485% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined olive oil per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $7.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of refined olive oil from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import refined olive oil?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Spain and Portugal. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined olive oil?
The HS code for refined olive oil is subheading 1509.90. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1509 page.
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