Vitamins (other unmixed) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of vitamins (other unmixed) by South Africa reached $19.0 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 4% less 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 | $19.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $16.0M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa exports vitamins (other unmixed) to
Most of it went to Namibia (23%), Nigeria (19%), Eswatini (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+324% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $4.3M | 23% |
| Nigeria | $3.7M | 19% |
| Eswatini | $2.0M | 11% |
| Kenya | $2.0M | 11% |
| Ghana | $1.1M | 5.6% |
| Mozambique | $1.0M | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $840K | 4.4% |
| Lesotho | $564K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $477K | 2.5% |
| Botswana | $417K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.08 per kg, 50% below the world average of $14.15, 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.
Vitamins (other unmixed) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported vitamins (other unmixed) worth $10.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.1M | 51% |
| India | $1.8M | 18% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 11% |
| United States | $756K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $438K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $258K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $184K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 1.2% |
| France | $72K | 0.7% |
| Uruguay | $63K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 2936.29: Vitamins: n.e.c. in item no. 2936.2, and their derivatives, unmixed.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamins (other unmixed) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported vitamins (other unmixed) worth $19.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 149 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy vitamins (other unmixed) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Nigeria (19%) and Eswatini (11%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 58 buyer countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 324% on the year.
What is the average export price of vitamins (other unmixed) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.08 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $14.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vitamins (other unmixed) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.0 million in 2017 to $19.0 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import vitamins (other unmixed)?
Yes. South Africa imported $10.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Switzerland. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamins (other unmixed)?
The HS code for vitamins (other unmixed) is subheading 2936.29. 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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