Parent Product
Dried Plum
Last Updated
2026-07-06
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- South Africa Dehydrated Plum market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for South Africa are summarized.
- 1 export partner companies and 16 import partner companies are mapped for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 0 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-06.
Dehydrated Plum Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in South Africa
1 export partner companies are tracked for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Dehydrated Plum export intelligence in South Africa, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code -.
Scatter points are sampled from 26.9% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa
5 sampled Dehydrated Plum transactions in South Africa include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Dehydrated Plum sampled transaction unit prices by date in South Africa: 2026-02-22: 1.93 USD / kg, 2026-02-15: 9.08 USD / kg, 2026-02-14: 5.35 USD / kg, 2026-02-09: 3.20 USD / kg, 2026-02-06: 9.27 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-22 | Pru*** **** ***** *** | 1.93 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-15 | SAF*** ****** ****** ***** ***** | 9.08 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-14 | SBF ****** **** | 5.35 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-09 | PNP ****** ** ***** | 3.20 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) | |
| 2026-02-06 | DRI** ****** ****** ***** ****** **** | 9.27 USD / kg | (South Africa) | (Lesotho) |
Top Dehydrated Plum Export Suppliers and Companies in South Africa
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 1 total export partner companies tracked for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-06
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
South Africa Export Partner Coverage
1 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of South Africa export network depth for Dehydrated Plum.
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Dehydrated Plum Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in South Africa: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
16 import partner companies are tracked for Dehydrated Plum 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 94.4% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa
5 sampled Dehydrated Plum import transactions in South Africa provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Dehydrated Plum sampled import transaction unit prices by date in South Africa: 2026-03-25: 4.25 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 4.22 USD / kg, 2025-11-06: 3.19 USD / kg, 2025-11-06: 3.19 USD / kg, 2025-10-06: 4.18 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-25 | Unknown Product | 4.25 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-01-29 | Unknown Product | 4.22 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-11-06 | CIR***** ************************ ******************** ***** | 3.19 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-11-06 | Unknown Product | 3.19 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-10-06 | Unknown Product | 4.18 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Dehydrated Plum Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in South Africa
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(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersGrocery StoresOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetailTrade
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsOthers
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Industries: Animal Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
South Africa Import Partner Coverage
16 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Dehydrated Plum in South Africa.
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Dehydrated Plum Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in South Africa
Track Dehydrated Plum wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in South Africa.
Historical Dehydrated Plum Wholesale Supplier Prices in South Africa (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Dehydrated Plum wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in South Africa.
Dehydrated Plum yearly average wholesale prices in South Africa: 2020: 0.41 USD / kg, 2021: 0.92 USD / kg, 2022: 0.91 USD / kg, 2023: 3.88 USD / kg, 2024: 1.29 USD / kg, 2025: 1.15 USD / kg, 2026: 7.06 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0.41 USD / kg | 0.41 USD / kg | 0.41 USD / kg | - |
| 2021 | 0.92 USD / kg | 0.20 USD / kg | 2.22 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 0.91 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 2.22 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 3.88 USD / kg | 0.91 USD / kg | 6.70 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 1.29 USD / kg | 0.47 USD / kg | 2.89 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 1.15 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | 2.52 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 7.06 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 22.49 USD / kg | - |
Latest Dehydrated Plum Wholesale Export Price Updates in South Africa
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Dehydrated Plum wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in South Africa.
Dehydrated Plum latest wholesale updates by date in South Africa: 2026-03-01: 223.50 USD / kg, 2026-03-01: 72.48 USD / kg, 2026-02-01: 517.70 USD / kg, 2026-02-01: 397.27 USD / kg, 2025-04-01: 4.30 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | PRU*** * ******* ***** ****** ** | 223.50 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-03-01 | PRU*** * ******* ***** ****** ** | 72.48 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-02-01 | PRU*** * ******* ***** ****** ** | 517.70 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-02-01 | PRU*** * ******* ***** ****** ** | 397.27 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-04-01 | PRU*** * ******* **** ***** ****** ** | 4.30 USD / kg | - |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried (Dehydrated)
Industry PositionValue-Added Processed Fruit Product
Market
Dehydrated plum (prunes) in South Africa sits within the country’s dried tree fruit sector under Hortgro, with prune orchards concentrated mainly in Western Cape deciduous fruit regions (notably Ceres and Wolseley/Tulbagh, with smaller areas in the Klein Karoo). The market is supplied by domestic processors/brands and imports; imports fall under HS 0813.20 (Prunes) in the SARS customs tariff schedule, and market entry must also align with South African plant-product import permit rules (where applicable) and Department of Health food labelling requirements.
Market RoleDomestic producer and processor with imports (mixed domestic consumption and export-oriented dried tree fruit industry)
Domestic RoleShelf-stable dried fruit snack and ingredient used in household consumption and baking/food manufacturing; sold via retail brands and specialty dried-fruit channels
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Retail products may be positioned as preservative-free and sulphur dioxide-free, with ingredient lists as simple as "plums" (producer/retailer claim on South African product listing)
Packaging
- Retail packs (example observed: 100g consumer pack)
- Bulk/foodservice packs (example observed: 1kg pack in South African retail listings)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Prune-plum orchard harvest (domestic) → receiving & sorting → washing → dehydration/drying → cooling/conditioning → optional pitting → grading → packaging → warehousing → retail/industrial distribution
- Imports: overseas processor/packer → sea freight to South Africa → customs + (where applicable) plant-product import permit/phytosanitary compliance → importer/wholesaler distribution → retail/food manufacturing
Temperature
- Ambient distribution is typical for shelf-stable dried fruit; quality depends on cool, dry storage and moisture control to avoid texture degradation and mold risk.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is generally extended versus fresh plums, but is sensitive to moisture ingress, packaging integrity, and storage humidity/temperature.
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Sps Import Permit HighIf dried prunes are treated as a regulated plant product/article for the specific origin and product presentation, failure to obtain the required NPPOZA (DALRRD) import permit and meet phytosanitary import conditions can result in border holds, delays, or refusal of entry.Before purchase, confirm DALRRD/NPPOZA import conditions for the exact HS/product description and origin; secure the import permit where required and align exporter documentation and treatments to the permit conditions.
Customs Tariff and Origin MediumMisclassification or incorrect preferential-origin claims for HS 0813.20 can trigger underpayment disputes, penalties, or clearance delays, particularly where multiple preferential columns/rates exist in the SARS schedule.Lock HS classification early, verify the applicable duty rate for the intended preference regime, and require a compliant certificate of origin (and supporting origin records) before shipment.
Food Safety and Labeling MediumNon-compliant labels (e.g., missing required particulars or improper claims) or non-compliance with applicable additive rules under Department of Health regulations can lead to enforcement actions, delisting, or recalls after import/market placement.Run a South Africa-specific label and claims review against R.146 requirements; maintain product specification and (where relevant) additive/compliance documentation aligned to Department of Health rules.
Labor and Reputation MediumDocumented risks of poor working and housing conditions and pesticide exposure in Western Cape agricultural sectors can create reputational and buyer-audit risk for prune/plum supply linked to farm labor.Implement supplier due diligence (third-party social audits, grievance mechanisms, and corrective action plans) and require proof of compliance with South African labor law and buyer codes of conduct.
Logistics MediumSea-freight volatility and port/handling disruptions can raise landed costs and disrupt replenishment cycles for imported dried fruit, even though the product is shelf-stable.Use multi-origin sourcing where possible, maintain safety stock for key SKUs, and consider forward freight planning for peak congestion periods.
Sustainability
- Water and climate exposure in Western Cape deciduous fruit regions where prune orchards are concentrated (drought and heat variability can tighten domestic supply and raise procurement volatility).
Labor & Social
- Labor rights, working conditions, and pesticide-exposure concerns have been documented in South Africa’s Western Cape fruit and wine agricultural sectors, creating due-diligence and reputational risk for fruit-based supply chains.
Standards
- BRC (processor-declared example exists in South African dried fruit processing disclosures)
FAQ
What tariff rate applies to dried prunes (HS 0813.20) imported into South Africa?In the SARS Schedule 1 / Part 1 customs tariff (dated 13 February 2026), HS 0813.20 (Prunes) is listed with a General customs duty rate shown as 10%. The same schedule also shows preferential rates for certain partner groupings, which apply only when valid origin documentation supports the preference claim.
Do dried prunes require an import permit or phytosanitary compliance when entering South Africa?South Africa’s government guidance states that imports of plants and plant products may require an import permit issued by NPPOZA (DALRRD) and must meet the applicable phytosanitary import conditions, unless the product is exempted under the import-permit framework. Importers should confirm the specific conditions for dried prunes by origin and product presentation before shipment.
Which South African regions are most associated with prune-related orchards relevant to domestic supply?Hortgro’s stone fruit statistics list prune plantings primarily in Western Cape deciduous fruit regions, with notable areas recorded for Ceres and Wolseley/Tulbagh, and smaller areas in regions such as the Klein Karoo and Worcester.
What labeling rules apply to packaged dried fruit sold in South Africa?Food labeling and advertising requirements are issued under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act (Act 54 of 1972). The Department of Health’s labeling regulations (R.146 of 2010) set requirements for pre-packaged food labels, including what information must be present and how claims and ingredient information are handled.
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