Veterinary vaccines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported veterinary vaccines worth $65.3 million (875 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 4% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65.3M | 875 t |
| 2023 | $63.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $62.8M | 892 t |
| 2021 | $70.6M | 999 t |
| 2020 | $56.7M | 990 t |
| 2019 | $58.9M | 572 t |
| 2018 | $60.1M | 548 t |
| 2017 | $47.2M | 529 t |
Where South Africa imports veterinary vaccines from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (23%), United States (23%), France (9%). Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $15.2M | 23% |
| United States | $15.0M | 23% |
| France | $6.1M | 9.3% |
| Uruguay | $4.8M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 5.1% |
| New Zealand | $3.1M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $2.9M | 4.4% |
| Israel | $2.4M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $74.67 per kg, 41% below the world average of $126.46, 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.
Veterinary vaccines exports from South Africa
Exports of veterinary vaccines by South Africa reached $32.9 million in 2024 (616 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Zambia (17%), Namibia (15%), Botswana (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $5.5M | 17% |
| Namibia | $4.8M | 15% |
| Botswana | $4.5M | 14% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.2M | 9.7% |
| Sudan | $2.6M | 7.9% |
| Malawi | $1.9M | 5.7% |
| Mozambique | $1.4M | 4.2% |
| Kenya | $1.3M | 3.8% |
| Ethiopia | $877K | 2.7% |
| Nigeria | $843K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa veterinary vaccines imports (HS 3002.30): 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 3002.30: Vaccines: for veterinary medicine.
Common questions
What is the value of veterinary vaccines imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported veterinary vaccines worth $65.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 875 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply veterinary vaccines to South Africa?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by the United States (23%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average import price of veterinary vaccines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $74.67 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $126.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of veterinary vaccines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.2 million in 2017 to $65.3 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2021 at $70.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $60.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export veterinary vaccines?
Yes. South Africa exported $32.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Namibia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $32.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for veterinary vaccines?
The HS code for veterinary vaccines is subheading 3002.30. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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