Mineral water exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Zambia exported $2.1 million of mineral water in 2024 (20.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 67% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.4 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 | $2.1M | 20.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 27.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 14.1K t |
| 2021 | $11K | 28 t |
| 2020 | $499K | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $34K | 161 t |
| 2018 | $21K | 42 t |
| 2017 | $57K | 57 t |
Where Zambia exports mineral water to
DR Congo alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.0M | 96% |
| Zimbabwe | $66K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2201
| 2201.10 | Waters: mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured) | 100% |
| 2201.90 | Purified drinking water | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2201.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.10 per kg, 150% above the world average of $0.04. 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 water imports to Zambia
In 2024, Zambia imported mineral water worth $300 thousand (558 tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $270K | 90% |
| Turkey | $6K | 2% |
| Namibia | $6K | 1.9% |
| France | $5K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $5K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0.7% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0.4% |
| India | $1K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia mineral water exports (HS 2201): 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 2201: Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral water exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported mineral water worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral water from Zambia?
The DR Congo was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Zimbabwe (3%) and Mozambique (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral water per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.10 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $0.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mineral water from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $57 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also import mineral water?
Yes. Zambia imported $300 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Turkey and Namibia. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral water?
The HS code for mineral water is heading 2201. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 2201.10 (100% of the value) and 2201.90 (0%).
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