Wine and juice presses imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported wine and juice presses worth $5.1 million (137 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 21% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.5 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 | $5.1M | 137 t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 254 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 206 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 135 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 142 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 228 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 248 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 275 t |
Where South Africa imports wine and juice presses from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), France (25%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+585% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 26% |
| France | $1.3M | 25% |
| China | $813K | 16% |
| Italy | $810K | 16% |
| Belgium | $246K | 4.8% |
| Australia | $244K | 4.8% |
| Spain | $170K | 3.3% |
| Austria | $109K | 2.1% |
| United States | $58K | 1.1% |
| India | $33K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.09 per kg, 107% above the world average of $17.92. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Wine and juice presses exports from South Africa
Exports of wine and juice presses by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (86 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Romania accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+347% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $1.2M | 60% |
| Tanzania | $232K | 12% |
| Uganda | $195K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 3.5% |
| Angola | $59K | 3% |
| Greece | $58K | 3% |
| Mozambique | $44K | 2.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $38K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $21K | 1.1% |
| Namibia | $19K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa wine and juice presses imports (HS 8435.10): 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 8435.10: Presses, crushers and similar machinery: used in the manufacture of wine, cider, fruit juices or similar beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of wine and juice presses imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported wine and juice presses worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 192 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply wine and juice presses to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by France (25%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 585% on the year.
What is the average import price of wine and juice presses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.09 per kg in 2024, 107% above the world average of $17.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of wine and juice presses to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2023 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export wine and juice presses?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wine and juice presses?
The HS code for wine and juice presses is subheading 8435.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8435 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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