Generator imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported generator worth $51.4 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). That is 325% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $51.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 940 t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 855 t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 818 t |
Where Zambia imports generator from
Most of the value came from South Africa (46%), China (29%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+794% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $23.6M | 46% |
| China | $14.9M | 29% |
| India | $6.2M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $645K | 1.3% |
| France | $419K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $397K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $374K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $351K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $343K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8502
| 8502.13 | Diesel generator sets large | 45% |
| 8502.12 | Diesel generator sets medium | 26% |
| 8502.11 | Diesel generator sets small | 20% |
| 8502.20 | Petrol generator sets | 5.1% |
| 8502.39 | Renewable energy generator sets | 4.9% |
| 8502.40 | Rotary converters | 0.1% |
| 8502.31 | Wind powered generator sets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.10 per kg, 32% below the world average of $10.49, 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.
Generator exports from Zambia
Exports of generator by Zambia reached $753 thousand in 2024 (119 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Africa (42%), Republic of the Congo (41%), DR Congo (10%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+451% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $317K | 42% |
| Republic of the Congo | $311K | 41% |
| DR Congo | $79K | 11% |
| Uganda | $20K | 2.7% |
| Malawi | $9K | 1.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $9K | 1.2% |
| Mozambique | $7K | 0.9% |
| Estonia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia generator imports (HS 8502): 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 8502: Electric generating sets and rotary converters.
Common questions
What is the value of generator imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported generator worth $51.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 325% on 2023.
Which countries supply generator to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by China (29%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of generator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.10 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $10.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of generator to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $51.4 million in 2024, an increase of 449%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also export generator?
Yes. Zambia exported $753 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the Republic of the Congo and the DR Congo. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $50.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for generator?
The HS code for generator is heading 8502. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8502.13 (44% of the value) and 8502.12 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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