Portable computers imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported portable computers worth $24.8 million (137 tonnes). Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $42.5 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 | $24.8M | 137 t |
| 2023 | $37.5M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $29.1M | 233 t |
| 2021 | $22.6M | 121 t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 214 t |
| 2019 | $42.5M | 289 t |
| 2018 | $14.5M | 180 t |
| 2017 | $38.9M | 176 t |
Where Ethiopia imports portable computers from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Hong Kong (31%), Denmark (15%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.5M | 38% |
| Hong Kong | $7.8M | 32% |
| Denmark | $3.8M | 15% |
| United States | $2.0M | 8.2% |
| South Korea | $455K | 1.8% |
| India | $229K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $220K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $168K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $158K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $88K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $181.40 per kg, 35% below the world average of $279.80, 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.
Portable computers exports from Ethiopia
Ethiopia exported $589 thousand of portable computers in 2024 (6 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 79% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $466K | 79% |
| Sweden | $73K | 12% |
| Angola | $17K | 2.8% |
| United States | $15K | 2.6% |
| Kenya | $10K | 1.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $4K | 0.6% |
| France | $2K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.2% |
| Seychelles | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia portable computers imports (HS 8471.30): 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 8471.30: Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display.
Common questions
What is the value of portable computers imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported portable computers worth $24.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137 tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable computers to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by Hong Kong (31%) and Denmark (15%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $181.40 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $279.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable computers to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.9 million in 2017 to $24.8 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2019 at $42.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.4 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export portable computers?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $589 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Sweden and Angola. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable computers?
The HS code for portable computers is subheading 8471.30. 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 8471 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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