Prepared explosive imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared explosive by Angola reached $5.7 million in 2024 (942 tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.7M | 942 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 493 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 210 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $487K | 113 t |
| 2019 | $890K | 136 t |
| 2018 | $245K | 5 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 141 t |
Where Angola imports prepared explosive from
Zambia alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $3.6M | 63% |
| Cameroon | $777K | 14% |
| South Africa | $608K | 11% |
| United States | $442K | 7.7% |
| France | $84K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $63K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $60K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.9% |
| Namibia | $38K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.07 per kg, 66% above the world average of $3.66. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared explosive exports from Angola
In 2024, Angola exported prepared explosive worth $998 thousand (405 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $998K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola prepared explosive imports (HS 3602): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3602: Prepared explosives, other than propellent powders.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared explosive imported by Angola?
Angola imported prepared explosive worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 942 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared explosive to Angola?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Cameroon (14%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 145% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared explosive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.07 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $3.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of prepared explosive to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 336%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Angola also export prepared explosive?
Yes. Angola exported $998 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared explosive?
The HS code for prepared explosive is heading 3602. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3602.00. It sits in HS chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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