Hydraulic cylinders imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $12.9 million of hydraulic cylinders in 2024 (566 tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.9M | 566 t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 440 t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 334 t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 284 t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 276 t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 581 t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 476 t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 406 t |
Where Zambia imports hydraulic cylinders from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (31%), Japan (19%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+751% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.0M | 31% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 19% |
| United States | $1.6M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 10% |
| Sweden | $1.2M | 9% |
| China | $984K | 7.6% |
| Finland | $358K | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $136K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $126K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $115K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.79 per kg, 74% above the world average of $13.11. 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.
Hydraulic cylinders exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $648 thousand of hydraulic cylinders in 2024 (37 tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (34%), South Africa (28%), Botswana (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $217K | 34% |
| South Africa | $181K | 28% |
| Botswana | $109K | 17% |
| Mozambique | $94K | 15% |
| Australia | $14K | 2.2% |
| Namibia | $10K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $7K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $7K | 1.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia hydraulic cylinders imports (HS 8412.21): 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 8412.21: Engines: hydraulic power engines and motors, linear acting (cylinders).
Common questions
What is the value of hydraulic cylinders imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported hydraulic cylinders worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 566 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydraulic cylinders to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Japan (19%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 751% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydraulic cylinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.79 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $13.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hydraulic cylinders to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does Zambia also export hydraulic cylinders?
Yes. Zambia exported $648 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Botswana. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydraulic cylinders?
The HS code for hydraulic cylinders is subheading 8412.21. 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 8412 page.
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