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Export of Frozen Hilsa from South Africa
Frozen Hilsa is categorized under HS code 030289 - Fish; fresh or chilled, n.e.c. in heading 0302, excluding fillets, livers, roes, and other fish meat of heading 0304, and the data is presented accordingly.
Export overview
As of 2022, South Africa ranked #39 in global exports of Frozen Hilsa. South Africa accounts for approximately 0.14% of the total global export value of Frozen Hilsa, with an export value of 1,975,226 USD.
The top countries importing Frozen Hilsa from South Africa include World, Italy, Mauritius, Spain, Namibia.
Export trend
South Africa's export value of Frozen Hilsa has decreased by 17.41%, falling from 2,391,619 USD in 2018 to 1,975,226 USD in 2022.
The export data for South Africa Frozen Hilsa is sourced from UN Comtrade and official Customs databases of various countries. The data is categorized under the Harmonized System (HS) code 030289 - Fish; fresh or chilled, n.e.c. in heading 0302, excluding fillets, livers, roes, and other fish meat of heading 0304, which covers a specific classification for Frozen Hilsa and related products in international trade.
It's important to note that the HS code classification may not always perfectly match the definition of Frozen Hilsa in certain markets, as HS codes often encompass a broader range of similar products.
Major exporters of South Africa Frozen Hilsa in 2025
HENDY - BROS AGENCIES
South Africa
BLUE CONTINENT PRODUCTS
South Africa
Major importers of South Africa Frozen Hilsa in 2025
YJ TRADING
South Korea
(주) 준상사
South Korea
(주) 코리아피시
South Korea
(주) 태원인터내셔널
South Korea
Historical export price trends
The export price of Frozen Hilsa from South Africa has shown an upward trend over the past two years. In 2024, the price ranged from 1.36 USD per kg to 1.50 USD per kg, while in 2025, it increased to a range of 1.37 USD per kg to 1.78 USD per kg.
Year
Year
Low price
Low price
High price
High price
2023
$1.30/kg
$1.50/kg
2024
$1.36/kg
$1.50/kg
2025
$1.37/kg
$1.78/kg
The export transaction data for South Africa Frozen Hilsa is sourced from Bill of Lading (B/L) documents and customs reports. Tridge ensures data accuracy through human oversight and AI, handling missing values, outliers, and standardizing currencies and units. Note that price trends may vary based on country, product variety, or timeframe.
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