Liqueurs and cordials imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of liqueurs and cordials by Zambia reached $2.4 million in 2024 (403 tonnes). That is 31% more than in 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 | $2.4M | 403 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 333 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 301 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 278 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 187 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 524 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 421 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 236 t |
Where Zambia imports liqueurs and cordials from
South Africa alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.2M | 92% |
| Germany | $81K | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $41K | 1.7% |
| Namibia | $36K | 1.5% |
| France | $22K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $13K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.86 per kg, close to the world average of $6.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Liqueurs and cordials exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $312 thousand of liqueurs and cordials in 2024 (68 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $207K | 66% |
| United Arab Emirates | $53K | 17% |
| South Sudan | $19K | 6% |
| Rwanda | $13K | 4.1% |
| Kenya | $12K | 3.9% |
| Namibia | $4K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia liqueurs and cordials imports (HS 2208.70): 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 2208.70: Liqueurs and cordials.
Common questions
What is the value of liqueurs and cordials imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported liqueurs and cordials worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 403 tonnes. That ranks it 93rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply liqueurs and cordials to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (3%) and Mexico (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of liqueurs and cordials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.86 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $6.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of liqueurs and cordials to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2019 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also export liqueurs and cordials?
Yes. Zambia exported $312 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the United Arab Emirates and South Sudan. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for liqueurs and cordials?
The HS code for liqueurs and cordials is subheading 2208.70. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
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