Tobacco products (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of tobacco products (other) by South Africa reached $8.7 million in 2024 (562 tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.0 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 | $8.7M | 562 t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 546 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 545 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 872 t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa exports tobacco products (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Tanzania (27%), Namibia (18%), Lesotho (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $2.4M | 27% |
| Namibia | $1.6M | 18% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 15% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 15% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 12% |
| Malawi | $417K | 4.8% |
| Mozambique | $383K | 4.4% |
| DR Congo | $139K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $118K | 1.4% |
| Guinea | $70K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.51 per kg, close to the world average of $15.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tobacco products (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported tobacco products (other) worth $4.7 million (95 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.3M | 71% |
| Sweden | $780K | 17% |
| India | $253K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $131K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $29K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $24K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $22K | 0.5% |
| United States | $8K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tobacco products (other) exports (HS 2403.99): 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 2403.99: Tobacco: other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking.
Common questions
What is the value of tobacco products (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported tobacco products (other) worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 562 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 118 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy tobacco products (other) from South Africa?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Namibia (18%) and Lesotho (15%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 209% on the year.
What is the average export price of tobacco products (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.51 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $15.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tobacco products (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import tobacco products (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Sweden and India. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tobacco products (other)?
The HS code for tobacco products (other) is subheading 2403.99. It sits in HS chapter 24 (tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes; products, whether or not containing nicotine, intended for inhalation without combustion; other nicotine containing products intended for the intake of nicotine into the human body). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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