Eggs in shell exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Zambia exported $14.1 million of eggs in shell in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $14.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 916 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 933 t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 1.6K t |
Where Zambia exports eggs in shell to
The largest buyer markets were Uganda (36%), Zimbabwe (26%), Mozambique (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+744% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $5.1M | 36% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.6M | 26% |
| Mozambique | $2.9M | 21% |
| Nigeria | $644K | 4.6% |
| Botswana | $599K | 4.2% |
| Kenya | $568K | 4% |
| Rwanda | $246K | 1.7% |
| Namibia | $224K | 1.6% |
| Tanzania | $167K | 1.2% |
| Malawi | $90K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 0407
| 0407.11 | Fertile hatching eggs | 94% |
| 0407.90 | Preserved eggs | 5.8% |
| 0407.19 | Fertile poultry eggs | 0.5% |
| 0407.21 | Fresh chicken eggs | 0% |
| 0407.29 | Fresh poultry eggs | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0407.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.87 per kg, 161% above the world average of $2.25. 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 eggs in shell exports (HS 0407): 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 0407: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, preserved or cooked.
Common questions
What is the value of eggs in shell exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported eggs in shell worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries buy eggs in shell from Zambia?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Zimbabwe (26%) and Mozambique (21%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 744% on the year.
What is the average export price of eggs in shell per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.87 per kg in 2024, 161% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of eggs in shell from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, an increase of 226%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for eggs in shell?
The HS code for eggs in shell is heading 0407. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 0407.11 (94% of the value) and 0407.90 (6%).
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