Air compressor imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $48.4 million of air compressor in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 105% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $48.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $23.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 802 t |
| 2019 | $22.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 1.1K t |
Where Zambia imports air compressor from
Most of the value came from China (45%), South Africa (17%), Switzerland (9%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+668% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.9M | 45% |
| South Africa | $8.2M | 17% |
| Switzerland | $4.5M | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 3.7% |
| France | $1.4M | 3% |
| India | $1.3M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 2.6% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $740K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 8414
| 8414.80 | Air and gas compressors (other) | 60% |
| 8414.59 | Fans (other types) | 16% |
| 8414.90 | Compressor and fan parts | 8.1% |
| 8414.40 | Portable air compressors | 7.8% |
| 8414.30 | Refrigeration compressors | 3.6% |
| 8414.51 | Small electric fans | 3.3% |
| 8414.60 | Ventilation hoods | 1.2% |
| 8414.10 | Vacuum pumps | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8414.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.86 per kg, close to the world average of $13.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air compressor exports from Zambia
Exports of air compressor by Zambia reached $2.4 million in 2024 (221 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 77% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.8M | 77% |
| South Africa | $346K | 14% |
| Botswana | $66K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $33K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $22K | 0.9% |
| Malawi | $19K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 0.5% |
| Eswatini | $12K | 0.5% |
| United States | $9K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia air compressor imports (HS 8414): 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 8414: Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters.
Common questions
What is the value of air compressor imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported air compressor worth $48.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 105% on 2023.
Which countries supply air compressor to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($21.9 million), followed by South Africa (17%) and Switzerland (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 668% on the year.
What is the average import price of air compressor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.86 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $13.71 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of air compressor to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $48.4 million in 2024, an increase of 161%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also export air compressor?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Botswana. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $46.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for air compressor?
The HS code for air compressor is heading 8414. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8414.80 (59% of the value) and 8414.59 (15%).
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