The exact size of the market for kosher products in South Africa is difficult to measure, but it is estimated that the consumption of Koshered products is substantial. South African food regulation requires that imported Kosher products, like any other imported products comply with its Sanitary and Phytosanitary requirements. Major export market for South African Kosher products include the United States, Israel, Canada and Australia. View Report click here. Over 90 percent of all consumer-ready kosher food is imported, mainly from the United States and Israel.
Local production includes primarily beef, poultry, and fresh produce.
There is an increasing trend among younger Jews towards the consumption of kosher foods. However, non-Jewish consumers do not seem attracted to this type of food. The growing awareness among importers of the large number of U.S. kosher foods bodes well for increased sales. View Report click here. Imported and domestic products are distributed not only in specialized retail and kosher shops, but can also be found in special kosher sections in supermarkets in France.