Sugar beet seeds exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported sugar beet seeds worth $4.7 million (105 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 65 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6809% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% 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 | $4.7M | 105 t |
| 2023 | $68K | 27 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 39 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 52 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 28 t |
| 2019 | $29K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $187K | 19 t |
| 2017 | $141K | 7 t |
Where South Africa exports sugar beet seeds to
One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 87% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $4.1M | 87% |
| Mozambique | $459K | 9.8% |
| Lesotho | $55K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $39K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $31K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $12K | 0.3% |
| Uruguay | $11K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.64 per kg, 70% above the world average of $26.24. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sugar beet seeds exports (HS 1209.10): 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 1209.10: Seed: sugar beet seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of sugar beet seeds exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sugar beet seeds worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 105 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 65 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy sugar beet seeds from South Africa?
Japan was the largest buyer with 87% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Mozambique (10%) and Lesotho (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average export price of sugar beet seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $44.64 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $26.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sugar beet seeds from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $141 thousand in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sugar beet seeds?
The HS code for sugar beet seeds is subheading 1209.10. 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 1209 page.
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