Orthopedic supports imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported orthopedic supports worth $2.1 million (51 tonnes). Value rose 383% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $2.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.1M | 51 t |
| 2023 | $432K | 42 t |
| 2022 | $805K | 41 t |
| 2021 | $690K | 44 t |
| 2020 | $588K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $318K | 6 t |
| 2018 | $845K | 6 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 5 t |
Where Zambia imports orthopedic supports from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+322% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.2M | 59% |
| Kenya | $292K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $239K | 12% |
| China | $65K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $51K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $34K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $28K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.9% |
| France | $16K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $15K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.58 per kg, 54% below the world average of $89.05, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported orthopedic supports worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51 tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 383% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to Zambia?
India was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Kenya (14%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 322% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.58 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $89.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2017 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Zambia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World orthopedic supports trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Zambia
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.