Glue imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported glue worth $6.6 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $6.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 760 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 854 t |
Where Zambia imports glue from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (45%), China (32%), India (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.0M | 45% |
| China | $2.1M | 32% |
| India | $382K | 5.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $222K | 3.4% |
| United States | $146K | 2.2% |
| Australia | $135K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $105K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $71K | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | $69K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $53K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 49% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 33% |
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 48% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported glue worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (32%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 708% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glue to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 3506.99 (49% of the value) and 3506.10 (33%).
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