Automatic control systems imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported automatic control systems worth $3.2 million (142 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.2M | 142 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 68 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 36 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 56 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 25 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 42 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 23 t |
Where Zambia imports automatic control systems from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (31%), China (19%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.0M | 31% |
| China | $619K | 19% |
| India | $371K | 12% |
| United States | $218K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $214K | 6.7% |
| Japan | $201K | 6.2% |
| Kenya | $87K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $59K | 1.8% |
| Brazil | $51K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $46K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.58 per kg, 71% below the world average of $76.79, 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.
Automatic control systems exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported automatic control systems worth $450 thousand (12 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 93% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $420K | 93% |
| South Africa | $12K | 2.7% |
| Malawi | $8K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 1% |
| Uganda | $4K | 0.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.2% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): 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 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported automatic control systems worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 142 tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (19%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 331% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.58 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $76.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic control systems to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Zambia also export automatic control systems?
Yes. Zambia exported $450 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 page.
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