Halogenated olefin polymers (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $4.0 million of halogenated olefin polymers (other) in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 84% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.7 million.
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 | $4.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 820 t |
| 2017 | $766K | 560 t |
Where Zambia imports halogenated olefin polymers (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.3M | 83% |
| China | $490K | 12% |
| Namibia | $85K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 1.6% |
| United States | $36K | 0.9% |
| India | $20K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.40 per kg, 29% below the world average of $1.98, 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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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 3904.90: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: n.e.c. in heading no. 3904.
Common questions
What is the value of halogenated olefin polymers (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported halogenated olefin polymers (other) worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply halogenated olefin polymers (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (12%) and Namibia (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average import price of halogenated olefin polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.40 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $1.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of halogenated olefin polymers (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $766 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 426%. The peak was 2022 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for halogenated olefin polymers (other)?
The HS code for halogenated olefin polymers (other) is subheading 3904.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
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