Ceramic floor and wall tiles exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Zambia exported $64.1 million of ceramic floor and wall tiles in 2024 (283.7 thousand tonnes). That is 69% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 575% a year on average.
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 | $64.1M | 283.7K t |
| 2023 | $37.9M | 89.2K t |
| 2022 | $23.2M | 65.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 28.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $455K | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $125K | 73 t |
| 2017 | $0K | 0 t |
Where Zambia exports ceramic floor and wall tiles to
The largest buyer markets were South Africa (39%), Zimbabwe (12%), Malawi (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $25.0M | 39% |
| Zimbabwe | $7.8M | 12% |
| Malawi | $7.5M | 12% |
| DR Congo | $7.2M | 11% |
| Tanzania | $5.2M | 8.1% |
| Namibia | $4.3M | 6.7% |
| Botswana | $4.1M | 6.4% |
| Kenya | $2.2M | 3.5% |
| Mozambique | $654K | 1% |
| Rwanda | $61K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6907
| 6907.40 | Ceramic trim and finishing pieces | 89% |
| 6907.22 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (standard) | 6.6% |
| 6907.21 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) | 4.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6907.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.23 per kg, 55% below the world average of $0.51, 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.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles imports to Zambia
Imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles by Zambia reached $3.3 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 71% |
| China | $293K | 8.8% |
| India | $164K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $143K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $110K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $110K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $81K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $25K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $14K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $12K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia ceramic floor and wall tiles exports (HS 6907): 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 6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported ceramic floor and wall tiles worth $64.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 283.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries buy ceramic floor and wall tiles from Zambia?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($25.0 million), followed by Zimbabwe (12%) and Malawi (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 692% on the year.
What is the average export price of ceramic floor and wall tiles per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.23 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of ceramic floor and wall tiles from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $64.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also import ceramic floor and wall tiles?
Yes. Zambia imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, China and India. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $60.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles is heading 6907. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 6907.40 (89% of the value) and 6907.22 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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