South Sudan Trade Data
South Sudan Import Export Data, South Sudan Customs and Shipment Data
South Sudan is the world's newest country and is almost entirely dependent on crude petroleum exports (HS 2709), which account for over 95% of government revenue and virtually all export earnings. China, Japan, and India are the primary oil export destinations via the pipeline through Sudan. Imports are concentrated in food products (cereals, sugar), vehicles (HS 87), machinery (HS 84), and pharmaceutical products (HS 30), primarily from Uganda, China, Kenya, and the UAE. South Sudan applies HS 2012 with 8-digit codes under the South Sudan Customs Tariff, administered by the South Sudan Customs Service, within the EAC (joined 2016), AfCFTA framework. Trade figures on this page are based on South Sudan's official national statistics, published after a full year of data has been collected and verified. For the latest 2026 shipment-level customs records, updated monthly as customs authorities release new filings, subscribe on the TradeInt platform.
South Sudan Import Data
South Sudan Mirror Data
South Sudan Bill of Lading Data
South Sudan Importers Database
South Sudan Traders Contacts
South Sudan Import Trade Summary
Based on complete annual trade statistics. Weekly/Monthly-updated 2026 South Sudan trade records available on TradeInt.
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What is South Sudan's Top Import Product Sector based on South Sudan trade data?
South Sudan import data 2020 shows the country's import demand concentrated in Foodstuffs (16.8%), based on verified South Sudan trade data and shipment records provided by TradeInt. In 2020, South Sudan as a global importer, ranks at 172 / 226, with a total import value of US$ 1.10B.
Top 3 South Sudan Import Product Sector 2020:
Foodstuffs
Imported at US$ 183.93M , accounting for 16.8% of total imports
Transportation
Imported at US$ 178.54M , accounting for 16.3% of total imports
Vegetable Products
Imported at US$ 156.87M , accounting for 14.3% of total imports
What are South Sudan's recent 3 years of YoY change in import trade growth?
2020 vs 2019
Import trade grew by +8.4% , from US$ 1.01B to US$ 1.10B
2019 vs 2018
Import trade grew by +21.9% , from US$ 830.09M to US$ 1.01B
2018 vs 2017
Import trade grew by +51.6% , from US$ 547.72M to US$ 830.09M
2020 South Sudan Imports
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What are South Sudan top 3 import products by HS codes in 2020?
Top 1 Import Product by HS Code 2020: HS 87 (US$ 177.21M)
Top 2 Import Product by HS Code 2020: HS 85 (US$ 78.08M)
Top 3 Import Product by HS Code 2020: HS 84 (US$ 74.41M)
Who are South Sudan top 3 import trade partners in 2020?
Top 1 Import Trade Partner 2020: Uganda (US$ 357.23M)
Top 2 Import Trade Partner 2020: Kenya (US$ 216.15M)
Top 3 Import Trade Partner 2020: UAE (US$ 192.44M)
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South Sudan Customs Data & Import-Export Shipment Data
How to use South Sudan customs data to track corridor shipments, port access, and inland market supply flows?
- Search shipment records by product, HS code, importer, exporter, origin, and transaction date.
- Track how goods move through South Sudan across ports, inland corridors, and neighboring growth markets.
- Monitor shipment activity linked to logistics corridors, essential imports, and export-oriented sectors.
- Use customs data to understand supply access, route dependence, and cross-border product movement.
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South Sudan Corridor Trade Insights & Connectivity Analytics
How to use South Sudan customs data to analyse trade connectivity, route dependence, and regional market movement?
- Visualise import-export trends by product, route, partner country, trade value, and shipment frequency.
- Compare surrounding markets to see how demand, logistics access, and trade direction differ across the region.
- Detect route shifts, growing product categories, and changing commercial links over time.
- Turn customs records into route-level intelligence for regional expansion, supply planning, and market prioritisation.
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South Sudan Cross-Border Buyer & Supply Chain Intelligence
How to use South Sudan customs data to find active importers, buyers, suppliers, and corridor-linked traders?
- Identify companies importing, exporting, or distributing products through South Sudan's trade corridors.
- Discover which buyers and suppliers appear consistently in shipment records and nearby regional flows.
- Build lead lists based on route-connected trade activity rather than static contact databases.
- Support distributor search, sourcing strategy, and cross-border partner development with shipment-based intelligence.
South Sudan Import Export Trade Data Coverage
South Sudan Import Data
How can South Sudan import data help businesses identify active importers, corridor buyers, and regional supply opportunities?
- Access detailed South Sudan shipment records covering essential imports, industrial goods, and corridor-linked trade categories.
- View traded product value, descriptions, and shipping details across port access routes, inland corridors, and Indian Ocean connections.
- Identify active importers and corridor-linked buyers operating in South Sudan's East African trade network.
- Discover sourcing opportunities and buyer-supplier networks linked to logistics corridors and regional growth market demand.
South Sudan Export Data
How can South Sudan export data help businesses identify international buyers and track corridor and regional export activity?
- Search by South Sudan exporter names, potential buyers, and HS codes across agricultural, commodity, and corridor-traded product lines.
- Filter trade records by product descriptions, ports, and trade attributes tied to East African and Indian Ocean export corridors.
- Identify new international buyers and regional market opportunities for South Sudan's corridor-linked exports.
- Analyse South Sudan's export flow, corridor concentration, and cross-border trading patterns.
South Sudan Trade Data Analytics
How can South Sudan trade data analytics uncover corridor trade trends, connectivity patterns, and East Africa market insights?
- Apply big data analysis on South Sudan historical trade records across essential goods, agricultural, and corridor-linked trade sectors.
- Track South Sudan import-export trends by importer, exporter, and HS code for corridor and regional connectivity trade.
- Analyse YoY and MoM trade trends, product categories, and country ports linked to East African trade corridors.
- Evaluate country-wise trade flows and transport modes to understand route dependence, supply access, and regional connectivity.
- Identify top-performing corridor markets and regional trade opportunities in South Sudan.
Advantages of South Sudan Trade Data Intelligence & Trade Insights
2020 South Sudan Imports
US $1.10B2020 South Sudan Exports
US $850.28MWhat trade insights are included in South Sudan import and export trade data?
South Sudan trade data provides detailed shipment records, including importer/exporter names, HS codes, product descriptions, values, and ports, enabling accurate analysis of trade flows and partner identification.
How to find international buyers and suppliers using South Sudan trade data?
Use South Sudan import-export data to identify verified buyers and suppliers by filtering shipment records through HS codes, product keywords, and company names for targeted B2B prospecting.
How to analyse South Sudan trade trends and market demand using South Sudan trade data?
South Sudan trade data analytics helps track import and export trends, monitor demand by HS code, evaluate top trading partners, and uncover market opportunities through insights from historical and near-real-time trade data.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Sudan Trade Data
What are the major import and export products of South Sudan in 2020?
On the export side, the leading export product is Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes (HS 27) with a total export value of US$ 702.41M, contributing significantly to the total export value of US$ 850.28M. Key export categories also include Mineral Products.
These product rankings help businesses understand market demand patterns, sourcing opportunities, and competitive strengths in South Sudan. For more granular product-level analysis, additional ranking filters are available within the TradeInt platform.
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