Fluting paper (other types) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported fluting paper (other types) worth $11.7 million (16.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 49% 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 | $11.7M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 10.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 12.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $724K | 1.4K t |
Where Zambia imports fluting paper (other types) from
South Africa alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.3M | 80% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 14% |
| India | $592K | 5.1% |
| Tanzania | $104K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $55K | 0.5% |
| China | $21K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, 60% above the world average of $0.45. 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 fluting paper (other types) imports (HS 4805.19): 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 4805.19: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of fluting paper (other types) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported fluting paper (other types) worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluting paper (other types) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Zimbabwe (13%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 326% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluting paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $0.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluting paper (other types) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $724 thousand in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluting paper (other types)?
The HS code for fluting paper (other types) is subheading 4805.19. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4805 page.
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