Aluminium structural sections imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $5.7 million of aluminium structural sections in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 37% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.4 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 | $5.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 755 t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Zambia imports aluminium structural sections from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 61% |
| South Africa | $1.8M | 31% |
| Germany | $109K | 1.9% |
| Tanzania | $70K | 1.2% |
| Greece | $56K | 1% |
| Japan | $42K | 0.7% |
| India | $39K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $31K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $14K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 7610
| 7610.90 | Aluminium structural parts | 73% |
| 7610.10 | Aluminium doors and windows | 27% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7610.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 34% below the world average of $7.18, 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.
Aluminium structural sections exports from Zambia
Exports of aluminium structural sections by Zambia reached $344 thousand in 2024 (77 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $327K | 95% |
| Malawi | $7K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 1.2% |
| DR Congo | $3K | 1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia aluminium structural sections imports (HS 7610): 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 7610: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural sections imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported aluminium structural sections worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 139th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural sections to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by South Africa (31%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $7.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium structural sections to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2019 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export aluminium structural sections?
Yes. Zambia exported $344 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malawi and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural sections?
The HS code for aluminium structural sections is heading 7610. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 7610.90 (73% of the value) and 7610.10 (27%).
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