Alarm system imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported alarm system worth $2.4 million (118 tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $10.1 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 | $2.4M | 118 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 61 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 72 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 91 t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 113 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 44 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 68 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 36 t |
Where Zambia imports alarm system from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+421% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.3M | 55% |
| China | $372K | 15% |
| United States | $178K | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $177K | 7.3% |
| Sweden | $43K | 1.8% |
| India | $43K | 1.8% |
| Slovenia | $39K | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $36K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $24K | 1% |
Product types under HS 8531
| 8531.80 | Electric signalling apparatus (other) | 36% |
| 8531.10 | Burglar and fire alarms | 26% |
| 8531.20 | LED and LCD indicator panels | 25% |
| 8531.90 | Signalling apparatus parts | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8531.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.60 per kg, 72% below the world average of $72.84, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia alarm system imports (HS 8531): 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 8531: Signalling apparatus; electric sound or visual (e.g. bells, sirens, indicator panels, burglar or fire alarms), excluding those of heading no. 8512 or 8530.
Common questions
What is the value of alarm system imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported alarm system worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 118 tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply alarm system to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (15%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 421% on the year.
What is the average import price of alarm system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.60 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $72.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alarm system to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2020 at $10.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for alarm system?
The HS code for alarm system is heading 8531. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8531.80 (35% of the value) and 8531.10 (26%).
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