Mechanical seals imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported mechanical seals worth $3.0 million (87 tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.9 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 | $3.0M | 87 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 86 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 73 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 78 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 36 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 54 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 53 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 27 t |
Where Zambia imports mechanical seals from
Most of the value came from South Africa (40%), Sweden (10%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.2M | 40% |
| Sweden | $286K | 9.6% |
| China | $249K | 8.4% |
| United States | $234K | 7.8% |
| Australia | $148K | 5% |
| Finland | $129K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $128K | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $123K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $99K | 3.3% |
| India | $77K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.38 per kg, 58% below the world average of $81.85, 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.
Mechanical seals exports from Zambia
Exports of mechanical seals by Zambia reached $584 thousand in 2024 (27 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $561K | 96% |
| South Africa | $8K | 1.4% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 0.9% |
| Botswana | $5K | 0.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $4K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia mechanical seals imports (HS 8484.20): 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 8484.20: Seals: mechanical.
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical seals imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported mechanical seals worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 87 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical seals to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Sweden (10%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.38 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $81.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mechanical seals to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2022 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export mechanical seals?
Yes. Zambia exported $584 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Mozambique. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical seals?
The HS code for mechanical seals is subheading 8484.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8484 page.
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