Alloy steel bar (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of alloy steel bar (other) by Zambia reached $5.5 million in 2024 (977 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $5.5M | 977 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.4K t |
Where Zambia imports alloy steel bar (other) from
One supplier dominates: Sweden accounted for 72% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $4.0M | 72% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 25% |
| China | $86K | 1.6% |
| India | $62K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.65 per kg, 124% above the world average of $2.52. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alloy steel bar (other) exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported alloy steel bar (other) worth $407 thousand (166 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 98% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $397K | 98% |
| Zimbabwe | $9K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia alloy steel bar (other) imports (HS 7228.60): 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 7228.60: Steel, alloy: bars and rods n.e.c. in heading no. 7228.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel bar (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported alloy steel bar (other) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 977 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel bar (other) to Zambia?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 22% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel bar (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.65 per kg in 2024, 124% above the world average of $2.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of alloy steel bar (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. The peak was 2022 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export alloy steel bar (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $407 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Zimbabwe. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel bar (other)?
The HS code for alloy steel bar (other) is subheading 7228.60. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7228 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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