Flexible intermediate bulk containers exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Zambia exported $3.7 million of flexible intermediate bulk containers in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 83% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 98% 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 | $3.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 496 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 443 t |
| 2021 | $326K | 94 t |
| 2020 | $263K | 81 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 475 t |
| 2017 | $31K | 9 t |
Where Zambia exports flexible intermediate bulk containers to
The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (45%), DR Congo (28%), Tanzania (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.7M | 45% |
| DR Congo | $1.0M | 28% |
| Tanzania | $552K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $136K | 3.7% |
| Namibia | $126K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $108K | 2.9% |
| Mozambique | $63K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.74 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports to Zambia
Imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers by Zambia reached $426 thousand in 2024 (242 tonnes). South Africa alone supplied 65% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $277K | 65% |
| India | $120K | 28% |
| China | $29K | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia flexible intermediate bulk containers exports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 127 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries buy flexible intermediate bulk containers from Zambia?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the DR Congo (28%) and Tanzania (15%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average export price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.74 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of flexible intermediate bulk containers from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also import flexible intermediate bulk containers?
Yes. Zambia imported $426 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, India and China. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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