Denatured alcohol exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Zambia exported $2.1 million of denatured alcohol in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $131K | 143 t |
| 2020 | $101K | 25 t |
| 2018 | $132K | - |
| 2017 | $532K | - |
Where Zambia exports denatured alcohol to
One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $1.8M | 85% |
| DR Congo | $326K | 15% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.44 per kg, 41% above the world average of $1.02. 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia denatured alcohol exports (HS 2207.20): 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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of denatured alcohol exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported denatured alcohol worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 108 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy denatured alcohol from Zambia?
Malawi was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the DR Congo (15%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 22% on the year.
What is the average export price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.44 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $1.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of denatured alcohol from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $532 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 300%. The peak was 2023 at $2.2 million. Over 7 years the average was $936 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
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