Palm oil imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $41.7 million of palm oil in 2024 (32.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 44% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $105.5 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 | $41.7M | 32.7K t |
| 2023 | $74.6M | 55.3K t |
| 2022 | $69.0M | 39.3K t |
| 2021 | $105.5M | 76.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.6M | 65.1K t |
| 2019 | $51.6M | 61.5K t |
| 2018 | $30.7M | 33.7K t |
| 2017 | $35.8M | 37.7K t |
Where Zambia imports palm oil from
One supplier dominates: Malaysia accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $28.7M | 69% |
| South Africa | $7.5M | 18% |
| Kenya | $2.7M | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $1.8M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $701K | 1.7% |
| Argentina | $155K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $49K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $29K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1511
| 1511.10 | Crude palm oil | 74% |
| 1511.90 | Refined palm oil | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 28% above the world average of $1.00. 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.
Palm oil exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported palm oil worth $2.2 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.2M | 100% |
| Australia | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia palm oil imports (HS 1511): 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 1511: Palm oil and its fractions; whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of palm oil imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported palm oil worth $41.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply palm oil to Zambia?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($28.7 million), followed by South Africa (18%) and Kenya (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of palm oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $1.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of palm oil to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.8 million in 2017 to $41.7 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $105.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export palm oil?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Australia and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $39.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for palm oil?
The HS code for palm oil is heading 1511. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 1511.10 (74% of the value) and 1511.90 (26%).
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