Fermented beverages imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $19.5 million of fermented beverages in 2024 (12.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $19.5M | 12.7K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 937 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 4.8K t |
Where Zambia imports fermented beverages from
South Africa alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $19.4M | 100% |
| Namibia | $46K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $4K | 0% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, close to the world average of $1.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fermented beverages exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $275 thousand of fermented beverages in 2024 (956 tonnes). Malawi alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $180K | 65% |
| Kenya | $49K | 18% |
| Burundi | $32K | 12% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 3% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.7% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia fermented beverages imports (HS 2206): 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 2206: Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake).
Common questions
What is the value of fermented beverages imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported fermented beverages worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply fermented beverages to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by Namibia (0%) and Angola (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of fermented beverages per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fermented beverages to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024, an increase of 439%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export fermented beverages?
Yes. Zambia exported $275 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Kenya and Burundi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fermented beverages?
The HS code for fermented beverages is heading 2206. In Zambia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2206.00. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Zambia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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