Human vaccines imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of human vaccines by Zambia reached $43.8 million in 2024 (157 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $142.6 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 | $43.8M | 157 t |
| 2023 | $43.7M | 180 t |
| 2022 | $142.6M | 187 t |
| 2021 | $62.1M | 92 t |
| 2020 | $21.4M | 35 t |
| 2019 | $37.0M | 64 t |
| 2018 | $32.2M | 64 t |
| 2017 | $29.7M | 55 t |
Where Zambia imports human vaccines from
The largest suppliers were India (31%), Belgium (19%), South Korea (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $13.6M | 31% |
| Belgium | $8.3M | 19% |
| South Korea | $5.4M | 12% |
| Singapore | $5.3M | 12% |
| Denmark | $4.3M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $4.2M | 9.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $514K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $368K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $74K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $279.67 per kg, 77% below the world average of $1,208.15, 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.
Human vaccines exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported human vaccines worth $2.2 million (183 tonnes). Malawi alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $2.2M | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
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The shipment records behind Zambia human vaccines imports (HS 3002.20): 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 3002.20: Vaccines: for human medicine.
Common questions
What is the value of human vaccines imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported human vaccines worth $43.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 157 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply human vaccines to Zambia?
India was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by Belgium (19%) and South Korea (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 570% on the year.
What is the average import price of human vaccines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $279.67 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $1,208.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of human vaccines to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.7 million in 2017 to $43.8 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2022 at $142.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export human vaccines?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $41.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for human vaccines?
The HS code for human vaccines is subheading 3002.20. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
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