Sweet biscuits exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported sweet biscuits worth $57.4 million (29.7 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $57.4M | 29.7K t |
| 2023 | $52.9M | 49.1K t |
| 2022 | $48.4M | 25.2K t |
| 2021 | $44.1M | 23.6K t |
| 2020 | $39.6M | 24.9K t |
| 2019 | $40.6M | 23.5K t |
| 2018 | $41.6M | 21.4K t |
| 2017 | $40.7M | 21.8K t |
Where South Africa exports sweet biscuits to
Most of it went to Mozambique (21%), Botswana (20%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $12.0M | 21% |
| Botswana | $11.3M | 20% |
| Namibia | $8.4M | 15% |
| Eswatini | $6.7M | 12% |
| Zambia | $4.2M | 7.2% |
| Lesotho | $3.3M | 5.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.2M | 3.7% |
| Mauritius | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Malawi | $1.4M | 2.4% |
| Tanzania | $1.1M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.93 per kg, 40% below the world average of $3.23, 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.
Sweet biscuits imports to South Africa
Imports of sweet biscuits by South Africa reached $44.2 million in 2024 (22.2 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from India (24%), Bahrain (22%), Lesotho (6%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.8M | 24% |
| Bahrain | $9.6M | 22% |
| Lesotho | $2.5M | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 5.4% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.8M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 4% |
| Zambia | $1.7M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sweet biscuits exports (HS 1905.31): 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 1905.31: Food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of sweet biscuits exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sweet biscuits worth $57.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy sweet biscuits from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Botswana (20%) and Namibia (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average export price of sweet biscuits per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.93 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $3.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sweet biscuits from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $40.7 million in 2017 to $57.4 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $45.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import sweet biscuits?
Yes. South Africa imported $44.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Bahrain and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweet biscuits?
The HS code for sweet biscuits is subheading 1905.31. 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 1905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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