Industrial heat exchangers imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported industrial heat exchangers worth $16.5 million (725 tonnes). Value rose 299% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $16.5M | 725 t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 318 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 284 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 175 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 100 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 172 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 196 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 87 t |
Where Zambia imports industrial heat exchangers from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+894% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $11.4M | 69% |
| China | $3.2M | 20% |
| Germany | $403K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $400K | 2.4% |
| Namibia | $286K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $155K | 0.9% |
| United States | $111K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $93K | 0.6% |
| India | $77K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $60K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.72 per kg, close to the world average of $19.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Industrial heat exchangers exports from Zambia
Exports of industrial heat exchangers by Zambia reached $202 thousand in 2024 (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+610% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $102K | 50% |
| South Africa | $97K | 48% |
| Belgium | $3K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia industrial heat exchangers imports (HS 8419.50): 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 8419.50: Heat exchange units: not used for domestic purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial heat exchangers imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported industrial heat exchangers worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 725 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 299% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial heat exchangers to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by China (20%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 894% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial heat exchangers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.72 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $19.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of industrial heat exchangers to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export industrial heat exchangers?
Yes. Zambia exported $202 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Belgium. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial heat exchangers?
The HS code for industrial heat exchangers is subheading 8419.50. 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 8419 page.
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