Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- South Africa Green Tea market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for South Africa are summarized.
- 30 export partner companies and 201 import partner companies are mapped for Green Tea in South Africa.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-04.
Green Tea Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in South Africa
30 export partner companies are tracked for Green Tea in South Africa. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Green Tea export intelligence in South Africa, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 090220.
Scatter points are sampled from 10.9% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Green Tea in South Africa
5 sampled Green Tea transactions in South Africa include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Green Tea sampled transaction unit prices by date in South Africa: 2026-02-20: 7.69 USD / kg, 2026-02-19: 11.54 USD / kg, 2026-02-12: 13.21 USD / kg, 2026-02-08: 11.54 USD / kg, 2026-02-06: 11.54 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-20 | CLO****** ***** ***** *** ** | 7.69 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-19 | HER*** *** ***** *** *** | 11.54 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-12 | HER*** *** ***** ***** ********* **** ** | 13.21 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-08 | HER*** *** ***** *** *** | 11.54 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-06 | HER*** *** ***** *** *** | 11.54 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) |
Top Green Tea Export Suppliers and Companies in South Africa
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 30 total export partner companies tracked for Green Tea in South Africa. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Land TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsTradeOthersDistribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsOthers
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
South Africa Export Partner Coverage
30 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of South Africa export network depth for Green Tea.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Green Tea partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in South Africa.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Green Tea in South Africa (HS Code 090220)
Analyze 3 years of Green Tea export volume and value in South Africa to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67,123 | 917,531 USD |
| 2023 | 380,492 | 1,845,130 USD |
| 2022 | 350,786 | 1,534,228 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Green Tea Exports from South Africa (HS Code 090220) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Green Tea exports from South Africa.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mozambique | 18,880.863 | 258,089.301 USD |
| 2 | Botswana | 11,931.487 | 163,095.775 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 8,323.817 | 113,781.242 USD |
| 4 | Namibia | 5,934.406 | 81,119.526 USD |
| 5 | Zambia | 5,744.737 | 78,526.869 USD |
Green Tea Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in South Africa: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
201 import partner companies are tracked for Green Tea in South Africa. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 28.2% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Green Tea in South Africa
5 sampled Green Tea import transactions in South Africa provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Green Tea sampled import transaction unit prices by date in South Africa: 2026-02-27: 5.77 USD / kg, 2026-02-27: 1.35 USD / kg, 2026-02-18: 4.80 USD / kg, 2026-02-18: 2.31 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 1.15 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-27 | TEA ****** | 5.77 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-27 | TEA ****** | 1.35 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-18 | TEA ****** | 4.80 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-18 | TEA ****** | 2.31 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-10 | TEA ****** | 1.15 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Green Tea Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in South Africa
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 201 total import partner companies tracked for Green Tea in South Africa. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeRetailDistribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesOnline Retail And FulfillmentFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Online Retail And FulfillmentFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleLogistics
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
South Africa Import Partner Coverage
201 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Green Tea in South Africa.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Green Tea importers, distributors, and buyer networks in South Africa.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Green Tea in South Africa (HS Code 090220)
Track 2 years of Green Tea import volume and value in South Africa to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 690,308 | 1,451,934 USD |
| 2022 | 624,973 | 1,594,868 USD |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Green tea in South Africa is primarily an import-supplied consumer and foodservice beverage ingredient, with niche domestic production. A notable domestic example is Ntingwe Tea Estate in KwaZulu-Natal, which reports operating a dedicated green-tea processing plant and positions its green tea as a rare local product. On the import side, South Africa’s customs tariff schedule lists green tea under HS 0902.10 and 0902.20 with a “free” rate of duty in the general and preferential columns shown. Market entry risk is driven more by regulatory and documentation compliance (e.g., plant import controls and food labelling rules) than by perishability.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market with niche domestic production
Domestic RoleDomestic retail supply is supplemented by a small local production base; most supply is import-led.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Aroma retention and low-odour packaging are important due to tea’s sensitivity to taint from strong odours during storage and distribution.
Packaging
- Immediate packings not exceeding 3 kg (HS 0902.10 classification context in South Africa)
- Bulk/other packings (HS 0902.20 classification context in South Africa)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Exporter/processor → sea freight to South Africa (commonly via Durban) → customs clearance (SARS tariff classification under HS 0902) → importer/wholesaler or local packer → retail and foodservice distribution
Temperature
- Ambient handling; avoid heat exposure that accelerates aroma loss.
Atmosphere Control
- Keep dry and protect from moisture; humidity control reduces caking and quality deterioration.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is driven by moisture pickup and aroma degradation rather than microbial spoilage; packaging integrity is a key control point.
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Phytosanitary HighIf green tea is treated as a regulated plant product for import control purposes, failure to obtain the required NPPOZA import permit and meet the stated phytosanitary import conditions can stop or delay clearance at entry.Before contracting freight, confirm NPPOZA import control status for the specific tea format (bulk vs retail packs; flavored vs unflavored) and secure the import permit (if required) and any required NPPO phytosanitary documentation.
Regulatory Compliance MediumNon-compliant labelling on prepackaged green tea intended for sale in South Africa can trigger relabelling, detention, or enforcement action under the Department of Health’s food labelling rules (R146 framework).Run a pre-shipment label check against South Africa’s R146 labelling requirements (including amendments listed by the National Department of Health) and align importer artwork approvals before production.
Logistics MediumPort congestion and operational delays at major gateways such as Durban have been publicly acknowledged and can extend lead times for imported packaged foods and ingredients, impacting inventory availability and working capital.Build longer lead times into replenishment planning, consider split shipments across ports when feasible, and use buffer stock for key SKUs.
Labor & Social
- Seasonal agricultural employment exposure in KwaZulu-Natal tea estates; worker welfare and fair employment practices are relevant where domestic supply is sourced locally.
FAQ
What HS codes does South Africa’s tariff book use for green tea, and what duty rate is shown?In the SARS tariff schedule, green tea is shown under HS 0902.10 (green tea in immediate packings not exceeding 3 kg) and HS 0902.20 (other green tea). In the tariff book dated 13 February 2026, both lines show a “free” rate of duty in the general column, with “free” also shown across the listed preferential columns on the same table.
Could a phytosanitary import permit be required to import green tea into South Africa?South Africa states that to import plants, plant products and other regulated articles you must apply for an import permit issued by NPPOZA unless the product is exempted, and the exporter must meet South Africa’s phytosanitary import conditions. Importers should confirm whether their specific green tea shipment format is regulated and, if so, obtain the permit and any required NPPO-issued phytosanitary documentation before shipping.
Which labelling framework applies to prepackaged green tea sold in South Africa?South Africa’s National Department of Health lists the “Regulations relating to the labelling and advertising of foodstuffs, R146 of 1 March 2010” (with amendments) as the core food labelling regulation set. Imported prepackaged green tea intended for sale in South Africa should be checked for compliance against this R146 labelling framework.
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