Malt imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of malt by Zambia reached $3.4 million in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That is 19% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.5 million.
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 | $3.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $798K | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 5.5K t |
Where Zambia imports malt from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (33%), Zimbabwe (33%), South Africa (29%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.1M | 33% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 33% |
| South Africa | $1.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $153K | 4.4% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1107
| 1107.20 | Roasted malt | 83% |
| 1107.10 | Malt: not roasted | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1107.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, 35% above the world average of $0.65. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia malt imports (HS 1107): 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 1107: Malt; whether or not roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of malt imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported malt worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply malt to Zambia?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Zimbabwe (33%) and South Africa (29%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of malt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $0.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of malt to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for malt?
The HS code for malt is heading 1107. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 1107.20 (83% of the value) and 1107.10 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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