Bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery by Zambia reached $9.9 million in 2024 (500 tonnes). Value rose 103% on 2023. 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 | $9.9M | 500 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 218 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 359 t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 430 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 101 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 80 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 198 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 248 t |
Where Zambia imports bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery from
The largest suppliers were Italy (29%), Namibia (27%), South Africa (20%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.9M | 29% |
| Namibia | $2.6M | 27% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 10% |
| China | $956K | 9.7% |
| India | $123K | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | $120K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $70K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $43K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $43K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.71 per kg, close to the world average of $22.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $772 thousand of bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery in 2024 (92 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $765K | 99% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery imports (HS 8438.10): 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 8438.10: Machinery: industrial, for bakery and for the manufacture of macaroni, spaghetti or similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery worth $9.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 500 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 103% on 2023.
Which countries supply bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery to Zambia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Namibia (27%) and South Africa (20%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.71 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $22.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $9.9 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2021 at $10.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery?
Yes. Zambia exported $772 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery?
The HS code for bakery and pasta manufacturing machinery is subheading 8438.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8438 page.
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