Pipe and boiler control valves imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported pipe and boiler control valves worth $21.0 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $25.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $21.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $18.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $18.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $18.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $25.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Ethiopia imports pipe and boiler control valves from
Most of the value came from China (39%), Italy (25%), United States (19%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.2M | 39% |
| Italy | $5.3M | 25% |
| United States | $4.1M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 5% |
| Germany | $728K | 3.5% |
| India | $299K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $225K | 1.1% |
| France | $191K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $163K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $154K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.13 per kg, 33% below the world average of $22.62, 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.
Pipe and boiler control valves exports from Ethiopia
In 2024, Ethiopia exported pipe and boiler control valves worth $646 thousand (43 tonnes). Most of it went to Malaysia (39%), Estonia (39%), Denmark (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $254K | 39% |
| Estonia | $253K | 39% |
| Denmark | $56K | 8.7% |
| Nigeria | $28K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $23K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $11K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia pipe and boiler control valves imports (HS 8481.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8481.80: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves.
Common questions
What is the value of pipe and boiler control valves imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported pipe and boiler control valves worth $21.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply pipe and boiler control valves to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Italy (25%) and the United States (19%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of pipe and boiler control valves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.13 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $22.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pipe and boiler control valves to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.3 million in 2017 to $21.0 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $25.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.6 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export pipe and boiler control valves?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $646 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Estonia and Denmark. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pipe and boiler control valves?
The HS code for pipe and boiler control valves is subheading 8481.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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