Manganese ore exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of manganese ore by Zambia reached $14.7 million in 2024 (197.9 thousand tonnes). That is 235% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $41.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.7M | 197.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 48.4K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 112.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.2M | 230.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 247.6K t |
| 2019 | $31.6M | 247.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.3M | 243.4K t |
| 2017 | $41.5M | 117.7K t |
Where Zambia exports manganese ore to
The largest buyer markets were South Africa (33%), China (23%), Mauritius (22%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.9M | 33% |
| China | $3.3M | 23% |
| Mauritius | $3.3M | 22% |
| India | $2.3M | 16% |
| Singapore | $359K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $132K | 0.9% |
| Burkina Faso | $93K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $82K | 0.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $78K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $65K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.07 per kg, 53% below the world average of $0.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Zambia manganese ore exports (HS 2602): 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 2602: Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20% or more, calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese ore exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported manganese ore worth $14.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 197.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 84 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 235% on 2023.
Which countries buy manganese ore from Zambia?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by China (23%) and Mauritius (22%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average export price of manganese ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.07 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $0.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of manganese ore from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $41.5 million in 2017 to $14.7 million in 2024, a fall of 65%. The peak was 2017 at $41.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for manganese ore?
The HS code for manganese ore is heading 2602. In Zambia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2602.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2602 page.
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