Plastic monofilament imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported plastic monofilament worth $2.7 million (947 tonnes). That is 140% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $2.7M | 947 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 187 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 277 t |
| 2021 | $404K | 106 t |
| 2020 | $708K | 317 t |
| 2019 | $482K | 116 t |
| 2018 | $472K | 119 t |
| 2017 | $335K | 65 t |
Where Zambia imports plastic monofilament from
China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 71% |
| Japan | $547K | 20% |
| South Africa | $199K | 7.3% |
| India | $19K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $6K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $4K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3916
| 3916.10 | Polyethylene monofilament and rods | 86% |
| 3916.20 | Polyvinyl chloride monofilament | 8% |
| 3916.90 | Plastic monofilament (other) | 6.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3916.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.89 per kg, 24% below the world average of $3.79, 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 plastic monofilament imports (HS 3916): 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 3916: Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic monofilament imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported plastic monofilament worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 947 tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 140% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic monofilament to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Japan (20%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 144% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic monofilament per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.89 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $3.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic monofilament to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $335 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 717%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic monofilament?
The HS code for plastic monofilament is heading 3916. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 3916.10 (86% of the value) and 3916.20 (8%).
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.
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