Vitamin B2 (unmixed) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported vitamin b2 (unmixed) worth $2.6 million (132 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.8 million.
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 | $2.6M | 132 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 172 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 214 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 106 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 128 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 124 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 101 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 92 t |
Where South Africa imports vitamin b2 (unmixed) from
The largest suppliers were China (50%), Germany (30%), France (10%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 50% |
| Germany | $796K | 31% |
| France | $269K | 10% |
| South Korea | $94K | 3.6% |
| United States | $70K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 1.4% |
| India | $29K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $14K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.83 per kg, close to the world average of $20.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vitamin B2 (unmixed) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $912 thousand of vitamin b2 (unmixed) in 2024 (15 tonnes). Most of it went to Switzerland (48%), United States (38%), Chile (3%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+682% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $437K | 48% |
| United States | $343K | 38% |
| Chile | $28K | 3.1% |
| Eswatini | $26K | 2.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $25K | 2.7% |
| New Zealand | $11K | 1.2% |
| Zambia | $11K | 1.2% |
| Namibia | $7K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $5K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa vitamin b2 (unmixed) imports (HS 2936.23): 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 2936.23: Vitamins: vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamin b2 (unmixed) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported vitamin b2 (unmixed) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 148 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitamin b2 (unmixed) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (30%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitamin b2 (unmixed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $20.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vitamin b2 (unmixed) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2018 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export vitamin b2 (unmixed)?
Yes. South Africa exported $912 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the United States and Chile. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamin b2 (unmixed)?
The HS code for vitamin b2 (unmixed) is subheading 2936.23. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2936 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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