High voltage distribution panels imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported high voltage distribution panels worth $33.7 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $73.2 million.
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 | $33.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $44.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.0M | 686 t |
| 2021 | $27.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 948 t |
| 2019 | $25.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $37.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $73.2M | 3.5K t |
Where Ethiopia imports high voltage distribution panels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $33.1M | 98% |
| Italy | $234K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $202K | 0.6% |
| India | $91K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $69K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $54K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $34K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.32 per kg, 41% below the world average of $22.53, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High voltage distribution panels exports from Ethiopia
In 2024, Ethiopia exported high voltage distribution panels worth $308 thousand. One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $308K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia high voltage distribution panels imports (HS 8537.20): 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 8537.20: Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of high voltage distribution panels imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported high voltage distribution panels worth $33.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply high voltage distribution panels to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($33.1 million), followed by Italy (1%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 420% on the year.
What is the average import price of high voltage distribution panels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.32 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $22.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of high voltage distribution panels to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $73.2 million in 2017 to $33.7 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2017 at $73.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.5 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export high voltage distribution panels?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $308 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $33.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for high voltage distribution panels?
The HS code for high voltage distribution panels is subheading 8537.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8537 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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