Roasted decaffeinated coffee exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of roasted decaffeinated coffee by South Africa reached $3.7 million in 2024 (503 tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.8 million.
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 | $3.7M | 503 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 707 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 806 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 920 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa exports roasted decaffeinated coffee to
Botswana alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.6M | 69% |
| Namibia | $385K | 10% |
| Eswatini | $328K | 8.8% |
| Mozambique | $156K | 4.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $102K | 2.7% |
| Mauritius | $83K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $29K | 0.8% |
| Lesotho | $19K | 0.5% |
| DR Congo | $9K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.42 per kg, 48% below the world average of $14.30, 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.
Roasted decaffeinated coffee imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported roasted decaffeinated coffee worth $987 thousand (43 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $687K | 70% |
| Italy | $169K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 6% |
| Romania | $22K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $8K | 0.8% |
| Namibia | $7K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.5% |
| France | $4K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa roasted decaffeinated coffee exports (HS 0901.22): 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 0901.22: Coffee: roasted, decaffeinated.
Common questions
What is the value of roasted decaffeinated coffee exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported roasted decaffeinated coffee worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 503 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy roasted decaffeinated coffee from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 69% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Namibia (10%) and Eswatini (9%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average export price of roasted decaffeinated coffee per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.42 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $14.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of roasted decaffeinated coffee from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2017 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import roasted decaffeinated coffee?
Yes. South Africa imported $987 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for roasted decaffeinated coffee?
The HS code for roasted decaffeinated coffee is subheading 0901.22. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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