Canned vegetables imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported canned vegetables worth $5.0 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 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 | $5.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 2.3K t |
Where Zambia imports canned vegetables from
South Africa alone supplied 94% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.7M | 94% |
| Egypt | $64K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $60K | 1.2% |
| China | $35K | 0.7% |
| Lebanon | $33K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $33K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.3% |
| Greece | $12K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 2005
| 2005.20 | Canned potatoes | 66% |
| 2005.59 | Canned beans (unshelled) | 13% |
| 2005.51 | Canned beans (shelled) | 7.8% |
| 2005.99 | Canned vegetables (other) | 4.9% |
| 2005.70 | Table olives | 2.9% |
| 2005.10 | Homogenised vegetables | 2% |
| 2005.40 | Canned peas | 1.6% |
| 2005.80 | Canned sweetcorn | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2005.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.62 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.15. 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.
Canned vegetables exports from Zambia
Exports of canned vegetables by Zambia reached $3.1 million in 2024 (947 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.6M | 52% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.4M | 46% |
| South Africa | $55K | 1.8% |
| Botswana | $12K | 0.4% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia canned vegetables imports (HS 2005): 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 2005: Vegetables preparations n.e.c.; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading no. 2006.
Common questions
What is the value of canned vegetables imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported canned vegetables worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 129th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned vegetables to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Egypt (1%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned vegetables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.62 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of canned vegetables to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export canned vegetables?
Yes. Zambia exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned vegetables?
The HS code for canned vegetables is heading 2005. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 2005.20 (65% of the value) and 2005.59 (13%).
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