Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $4.9 million of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) in 2024 (614 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.9 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 | $4.9M | 614 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 434 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 249 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 195 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 36 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 120 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 88 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 1.2K t |
Where Zambia imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
Most of the value came from South Africa (30%), Tanzania (20%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+414% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.5M | 30% |
| Tanzania | $991K | 20% |
| China | $702K | 14% |
| Sweden | $509K | 10% |
| Peru | $286K | 5.8% |
| France | $205K | 4.2% |
| Mexico | $195K | 4% |
| DR Congo | $170K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $110K | 2.2% |
| United States | $99K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.03 per kg, 1216% above the world average of $0.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports from Zambia
Exports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by Zambia reached $229 thousand in 2024 (37 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (47%), Kenya (24%), Sweden (21%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $107K | 47% |
| Kenya | $55K | 24% |
| Sweden | $48K | 21% |
| South Africa | $11K | 5% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 614 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Tanzania (20%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 414% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.03 per kg in 2024, 1216% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2017 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
Yes. Zambia exported $229 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Kenya and Sweden. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. 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 8430 page.
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