Metal-reinforced hose assemblies imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $3.0 million (139 tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
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 | 139 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 121 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 189 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 59 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 78 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 99 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 81 t |
| 2017 | $809K | 69 t |
Where Zambia imports metal-reinforced hose assemblies from
Most of the value came from South Africa (19%), Germany (19%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+664% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $572K | 19% |
| Germany | $567K | 19% |
| Japan | $421K | 14% |
| Finland | $380K | 13% |
| United States | $226K | 7.6% |
| France | $166K | 5.6% |
| Australia | $156K | 5.3% |
| China | $120K | 4% |
| Namibia | $65K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.29 per kg, 88% above the world average of $11.30. 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 metal-reinforced hose assemblies imports (HS 4009.22): 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 4009.22: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, with fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of metal-reinforced hose assemblies imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 139 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal-reinforced hose assemblies to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($572 thousand), followed by Germany (19%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 664% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal-reinforced hose assemblies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.29 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $11.30 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal-reinforced hose assemblies to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $809 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 267%. The peak was 2022 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies?
The HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies is subheading 4009.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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