Injection molding machines imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of injection molding machines by Zambia reached $13.6 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 123% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $13.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 933 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 601 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 387 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 240 t |
Where Zambia imports injection molding machines from
The largest suppliers were Zimbabwe (22%), China (20%), Canada (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $2.9M | 22% |
| China | $2.7M | 20% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 18% |
| South Africa | $2.4M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 10% |
| India | $765K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $484K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $253K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $138K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $33K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.88 per kg, close to the world average of $7.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Injection molding machines exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $1.1 million of injection molding machines in 2024 (103 tonnes). Sri Lanka alone took 81% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $893K | 81% |
| Uganda | $206K | 19% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): 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 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported injection molding machines worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 123% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to Zambia?
Zimbabwe was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (20%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of injection molding machines to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 475%. The peak was 2022 at $13.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also export injection molding machines?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sri Lanka, Uganda and Namibia. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. 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 8477 page.
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