Cement and concrete imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $2.1 million of cement and concrete in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.6 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 | $2.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 2.5K t |
Where Zambia imports cement and concrete from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (41%), South Africa (24%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, Botswana grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $880K | 41% |
| South Africa | $503K | 24% |
| China | $395K | 19% |
| Botswana | $134K | 6.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $122K | 5.7% |
| Israel | $50K | 2.3% |
| Slovakia | $21K | 1% |
| Ireland | $18K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6810
| 6810.99 | Concrete products (other) | 76% |
| 6810.19 | Concrete tiles and pavers | 11% |
| 6810.11 | Concrete blocks | 10% |
| 6810.91 | Prefabricated concrete elements | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6810.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, 44% above the world average of $0.43. 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.
Cement and concrete exports from Zambia
Exports of cement and concrete by Zambia reached $1.1 million in 2024 (12.0 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 84% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $954K | 84% |
| Malawi | $83K | 7.4% |
| Burundi | $63K | 5.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $23K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $8K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.1% |
| Republic of the Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia cement and concrete imports (HS 6810): 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 6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of cement and concrete imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported cement and concrete worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 135th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply cement and concrete to Zambia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($880 thousand), followed by South Africa (24%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of cement and concrete per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cement and concrete to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2023 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also export cement and concrete?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and Burundi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cement and concrete?
The HS code for cement and concrete is heading 6810. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 6810.99 (76% of the value) and 6810.19 (11%).
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