Communication apparatus (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported communication apparatus (other) worth $10.6 million (149 tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $18.1 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 | $10.6M | 149 t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 154 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 127 t |
| 2021 | $18.1M | 93 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 11 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 42 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 23 t |
Where Zambia imports communication apparatus (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+869% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 56% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 16% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $633K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $248K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $137K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $99K | 0.9% |
| United States | $77K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $70K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $34K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $71.17 per kg, 38% below the world average of $114.21, 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.
Communication apparatus (other) exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $228 thousand of communication apparatus (other) in 2024 (9 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malawi (32%), Hong Kong (20%), Mozambique (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $73K | 32% |
| Hong Kong | $45K | 20% |
| Mozambique | $38K | 17% |
| United States | $30K | 13% |
| DR Congo | $19K | 8.5% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 3% |
| Canada | $5K | 2.1% |
| Sudan | $4K | 1.7% |
| Uganda | $3K | 1.2% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia communication apparatus (other) imports (HS 8517.69): 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 8517.69: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6.
Common questions
What is the value of communication apparatus (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported communication apparatus (other) worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 149 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply communication apparatus (other) to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Israel (15%) and South Africa (14%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 869% on the year.
What is the average import price of communication apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $71.17 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $114.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of communication apparatus (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2021 at $18.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does Zambia also export communication apparatus (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $228 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Hong Kong and Mozambique. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for communication apparatus (other)?
The HS code for communication apparatus (other) is subheading 8517.69. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8517 page.
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