Light fixtures imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported light fixtures worth $26.9 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 237% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $26.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 731 t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 674 t |
| 2018 | $16.8M | 795 t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 622 t |
Where Zambia imports light fixtures from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+448% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.7M | 66% |
| South Africa | $4.9M | 18% |
| Kenya | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Malaysia | $502K | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $416K | 1.6% |
| Tanzania | $256K | 1% |
| Australia | $254K | 0.9% |
| Bulgaria | $172K | 0.6% |
| India | $163K | 0.6% |
| Mauritius | $143K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.40 | Electric light fixture | 80% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated sign | 7% |
| 9405.10 | Chandelier | 4.6% |
| 9405.50 | Oil lamp | 4.1% |
| 9405.99 | Lamp metal parts | 2.1% |
| 9405.20 | Table lamp | 1.4% |
| 9405.30 | Christmas light | 0.5% |
| 9405.91 | Lamp glass shade | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.99 per kg, close to the world average of $13.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light fixtures exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported light fixtures worth $488 thousand (111 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Africa (38%), Zimbabwe (32%), Malawi (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
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The shipment records behind Zambia light fixtures imports (HS 9405): 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 9405: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported light fixtures worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 237% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by South Africa (18%) and Kenya (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 448% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $13.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light fixtures to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export light fixtures?
Yes. Zambia exported $488 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $26.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 9405.40 (80% of the value) and 9405.60 (7%).
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