Vitamin preparations (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $6.2 million of vitamin preparations (other) in 2024 (609 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $10.0 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 | $6.2M | 609 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 608 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 765 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa exports vitamin preparations (other) to
Most of it went to Namibia (35%), Botswana (12%), Saint Helena (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $2.2M | 35% |
| Botswana | $774K | 13% |
| Saint Helena | $607K | 9.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $360K | 5.8% |
| Eswatini | $358K | 5.8% |
| Kenya | $331K | 5.3% |
| Lesotho | $302K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $237K | 3.8% |
| Mozambique | $225K | 3.6% |
| Zambia | $153K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.19 per kg, 40% below the world average of $16.85, 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.
Vitamin preparations (other) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $2.7 million of vitamin preparations (other) in 2024 (159 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (30%), United Kingdom (15%), Eswatini (14%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $784K | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $398K | 15% |
| Eswatini | $363K | 14% |
| Germany | $285K | 11% |
| United States | $255K | 9.6% |
| Switzerland | $146K | 5.5% |
| Poland | $116K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $58K | 2.2% |
| Finland | $44K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $38K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa vitamin preparations (other) exports (HS 2936.90): 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 2936.90: Vitamins: n.e.c. in heading no. 2936, including natural concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamin preparations (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported vitamin preparations (other) worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 609 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries buy vitamin preparations (other) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Botswana (12%) and Saint Helena (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 62 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average export price of vitamin preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.19 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $16.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vitamin preparations (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2020 at $10.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import vitamin preparations (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamin preparations (other)?
The HS code for vitamin preparations (other) is subheading 2936.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2936 page.
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