Measuring instruments imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $8.7 million of measuring instruments in 2024 (302 tonnes). That is 19% 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 | $8.7M | 302 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 237 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 182 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 189 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 109 t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 61 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 63 t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 41 t |
Where Zambia imports measuring instruments from
Most of the value came from South Africa (28%), United States (21%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+501% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 28% |
| United States | $1.8M | 21% |
| China | $1.4M | 17% |
| Germany | $589K | 6.8% |
| Australia | $349K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $346K | 4% |
| Mauritius | $281K | 3.3% |
| India | $217K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $185K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $166K | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 9031
| 9031.80 | Precision measuring instruments | 72% |
| 9031.49 | Optical measurement instrument | 12% |
| 9031.90 | Measurement device parts | 11% |
| 9031.20 | Test benches | 3.8% |
| 9031.10 | Machine balancing equipment | 1.4% |
| 9031.41 | Semiconductor inspection systems | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9031.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.65 per kg, 68% below the world average of $90.86, 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.
Measuring instruments exports from Zambia
Exports of measuring instruments by Zambia reached $279 thousand in 2024 (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 57% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $159K | 57% |
| Australia | $40K | 14% |
| South Africa | $23K | 8.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $18K | 6.6% |
| Chile | $9K | 3.1% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 1.9% |
| United States | $5K | 1.8% |
| France | $5K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia measuring instruments imports (HS 9031): 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 9031: Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of measuring instruments imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported measuring instruments worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 302 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply measuring instruments to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by the United States (21%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 501% on the year.
What is the average import price of measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.65 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $90.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of measuring instruments to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export measuring instruments?
Yes. Zambia exported $279 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Australia and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for measuring instruments?
The HS code for measuring instruments is heading 9031. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 9031.80 (72% of the value) and 9031.49 (12%).
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