Breakfast cereals exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of breakfast cereals by Zambia reached $21.9 million in 2024 (12.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $29.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.9M | 12.4K t |
| 2023 | $25.5M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $29.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 8.1K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 1.4K t |
Where Zambia exports breakfast cereals to
One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $20.5M | 93% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.3M | 6.1% |
| Malawi | $110K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $34K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1904
| 1904.10 | Puffed cereals | 82% |
| 1904.90 | Prepared grain cereals | 17% |
| 1904.20 | Cereal flakes | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1904.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 41% below the world average of $3.04, 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.
Breakfast cereals imports to Zambia
In 2024, Zambia imported breakfast cereals worth $5.5 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+916% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.3M | 61% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.2M | 22% |
| India | $619K | 11% |
| Malaysia | $147K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $43K | 0.8% |
| United States | $35K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $32K | 0.6% |
| Namibia | $28K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $14K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $13K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia breakfast cereals exports (HS 1904): 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 1904: Prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting cereals or cereal products (e.g. corn flakes); cereals (other than maize (corn)) in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains (not flour and meal), pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of breakfast cereals exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported breakfast cereals worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy breakfast cereals from Zambia?
The DR Congo was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($20.5 million), followed by Zimbabwe (6%) and Malawi (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average export price of breakfast cereals per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $3.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of breakfast cereals from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024, an increase of 419%. The peak was 2022 at $29.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also import breakfast cereals?
Yes. Zambia imported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Zimbabwe and India. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for breakfast cereals?
The HS code for breakfast cereals is heading 1904. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 1904.10 (82% of the value) and 1904.90 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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