Hoist and pulley tackle parts imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $3.4 million of hoist and pulley tackle parts in 2024 (151 tonnes). That is 102% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $3.4M | 151 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 310 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 213 t |
| 2021 | $905K | 102 t |
| 2020 | $748K | 55 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 145 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 186 t |
| 2017 | $938K | 76 t |
Where Zambia imports hoist and pulley tackle parts from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.9M | 57% |
| United States | $1.1M | 32% |
| China | $262K | 7.7% |
| Sweden | $31K | 0.9% |
| India | $27K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $21K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.3% |
| Finland | $6K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.40 per kg, 133% above the world average of $9.60. 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.
Hoist and pulley tackle parts exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported hoist and pulley tackle parts worth $851 thousand (42 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (40%), Belgium (38%), DR Congo (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $341K | 40% |
| Belgium | $324K | 38% |
| DR Congo | $171K | 20% |
| South Africa | $12K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.4% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia hoist and pulley tackle parts imports (HS 8431.10): 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 8431.10: Machinery: parts of the machinery of heading no. 8425.
Common questions
What is the value of hoist and pulley tackle parts imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported hoist and pulley tackle parts worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 151 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply hoist and pulley tackle parts to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by the United States (32%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 448% on the year.
What is the average import price of hoist and pulley tackle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.40 per kg in 2024, 133% above the world average of $9.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hoist and pulley tackle parts to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $938 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 260%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export hoist and pulley tackle parts?
Yes. Zambia exported $851 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Belgium and the DR Congo. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for hoist and pulley tackle parts?
The HS code for hoist and pulley tackle parts is subheading 8431.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8431 page.
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