Paper cutter imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper cutter by Zambia reached $5.9 million in 2024 (708 tonnes). That is 93% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $5.9M | 708 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 569 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 637 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 548 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 152 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 126 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 287 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 115 t |
Where Zambia imports paper cutter from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (50%), China (37%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.0M | 50% |
| China | $2.2M | 37% |
| India | $533K | 9% |
| South Africa | $123K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $43K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $25K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $15K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $10K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8441
| 8441.80 | Paper processing machinery (other) | 59% |
| 8441.10 | Paper cutting machines | 16% |
| 8441.30 | Carton and box making machines | 14% |
| 8441.90 | Paper processing machinery parts | 6.7% |
| 8441.20 | Paper bag making machines | 3.9% |
| 8441.40 | Paper pulp moulding machines | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8441.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.40 per kg, 56% below the world average of $18.97, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia paper cutter imports (HS 8441): 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 8441: Machines; for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds.
Common questions
What is the value of paper cutter imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported paper cutter worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 708 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 93% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper cutter to Zambia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (37%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper cutter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.40 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $18.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper cutter to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper cutter?
The HS code for paper cutter is heading 8441. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8441.80 (59% of the value) and 8441.10 (16%).
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