Beer imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported beer worth $41.5 million (68.3 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. 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 | $41.5M | 68.3K t |
| 2023 | $37.9M | 76.0K t |
| 2022 | $34.6M | 51.1K t |
| 2021 | $31.0M | 48.9K t |
| 2020 | $21.2M | 25.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.6M | 24.9K t |
| 2018 | $21.7M | 23.6K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 19.2K t |
Where Zambia imports beer from
South Africa alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $38.4M | 93% |
| Namibia | $2.1M | 5.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $838K | 2% |
| Vietnam | $28K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $15K | 0% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $6K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 0% |
| Portugal | $4K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.61 per kg, 46% below the world average of $1.14, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia beer imports (HS 2203): 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 2203: Beer made from malt.
Common questions
What is the value of beer imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported beer worth $41.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply beer to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($38.4 million), followed by Namibia (5%) and Zimbabwe (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average import price of beer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $1.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of beer to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $41.5 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for beer?
The HS code for beer is heading 2203. In Zambia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2203.00. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2203 page.
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