Alumina-silica refractory bricks imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported alumina-silica refractory bricks worth $4.5 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.8 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 | $4.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $797K | 645 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 1.7K t |
Where Zambia imports alumina-silica refractory bricks from
Most of the value came from China (35%), India (19%), United Arab Emirates (14%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+526% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 35% |
| India | $842K | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $622K | 14% |
| Germany | $546K | 12% |
| Australia | $462K | 10% |
| South Africa | $279K | 6.2% |
| Austria | $127K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $49K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, close to the world average of $1.29.
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 alumina-silica refractory bricks imports (HS 6902.20): 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 6902.20: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight more than 50% of alumina (Al2o3), of silica (SiO2) or of a mixture or compound of these.
Common questions
What is the value of alumina-silica refractory bricks imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported alumina-silica refractory bricks worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply alumina-silica refractory bricks to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (19%) and the United Arab Emirates (14%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average import price of alumina-silica refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $1.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alumina-silica refractory bricks to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for alumina-silica refractory bricks?
The HS code for alumina-silica refractory bricks is subheading 6902.20. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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