Dried pasta imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dried pasta by Zambia reached $8.3 million in 2024 (8.8 thousand tonnes). That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $8.3M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 3.4K t |
Where Zambia imports dried pasta from
Most of the value came from Mozambique (33%), South Africa (23%), Namibia (21%). Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $2.7M | 33% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 23% |
| Namibia | $1.7M | 21% |
| Egypt | $1.6M | 20% |
| Tanzania | $152K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $81K | 1% |
| Lithuania | $33K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $19K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.2% |
| China | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, 28% below the world average of $1.31, 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.
Dried pasta exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported dried pasta worth $762 thousand (556 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $519K | 68% |
| Zimbabwe | $243K | 32% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia dried pasta imports (HS 1902.19): 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 1902.19: Food preparations: pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of dried pasta imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported dried pasta worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried pasta to Zambia?
Mozambique was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and Namibia (21%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried pasta per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $1.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dried pasta to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export dried pasta?
Yes. Zambia exported $762 thousand 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 $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried pasta?
The HS code for dried pasta is subheading 1902.19. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1902 page.
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