Mineral and carbon products exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of mineral and carbon products by Zambia reached $84.8 million in 2024 (128 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 2612% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $109.9 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 | $84.8M | 128 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 228 t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 24.8K t |
| 2021 | $66.2M | 16.5K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $109.9M | 14.2K t |
| 2017 | $41.0M | 28 t |
Where Zambia exports mineral and carbon products to
United Arab Emirates alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $84.7M | 100% |
| Belgium | $80K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $54K | 0.1% |
| China | $9K | 0% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6815
| 6815.99 | Mineral and stone articles (other) | 100% |
| 6815.91 | Magnesite and dolomite products | 0% |
| 6815.10 | Graphite and carbon articles | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6815.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $663.33 per kg, 10828% above the world average of $6.07. 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.
Mineral and carbon products imports to Zambia
Zambia imported $362 thousand of mineral and carbon products in 2024 (100 tonnes). South Africa alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $202K | 56% |
| China | $45K | 12% |
| Germany | $33K | 9.2% |
| Australia | $31K | 8.5% |
| India | $25K | 6.9% |
| United States | $19K | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $3K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia mineral and carbon products exports (HS 6815): 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 6815: Stone or other mineral substances; articles thereof (including carbon fibres, articles of carbon fibres and articles of peat), not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral and carbon products exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported mineral and carbon products worth $84.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports.
Which countries buy mineral and carbon products from Zambia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($84.7 million), followed by Belgium (0%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 860% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral and carbon products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $663.33 per kg in 2024, 10828% above the world average of $6.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of mineral and carbon products from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $41.0 million in 2017 to $84.8 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. The peak was 2018 at $109.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also import mineral and carbon products?
Yes. Zambia imported $362 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, China and Germany. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $84.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral and carbon products?
The HS code for mineral and carbon products is heading 6815. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 6815.99 (100% of the value) and 6815.91 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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