South Africa to Germany Trade Corridor
South Africa-Germany trade is Europe's strongest African trade link. German automotive manufacturers operate SA plants (BMW, Mercedes), while South African minerals, wines, and citrus reach German consumers.
- Average applied tariff: 2.8%
- Trade agreement status: Partial FTA
- Typical transit time: 18-22 days
- Key ports: Durban, Cape Town, Hamburg, Bremerhaven
Top traded products
- Vehicles (BMW, Mercedes exports)
- Ores and concentrates
- Platinum
- Citrus fruits
- Wine