Plastic packing cases imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported plastic packing cases worth $7.8 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 703 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.6M | 2.2K t |
Where Zambia imports plastic packing cases from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.2M | 55% |
| China | $2.5M | 33% |
| United Kingdom | $183K | 2.4% |
| Luxembourg | $135K | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $135K | 1.7% |
| India | $132K | 1.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $87K | 1.1% |
| Malawi | $85K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $61K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $56K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.02 per kg, close to the world average of $3.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic packing cases exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $349 thousand of plastic packing cases in 2024 (234 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+257% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $199K | 57% |
| Zimbabwe | $73K | 21% |
| Malawi | $69K | 20% |
| South Africa | $5K | 1.4% |
| Ghana | $3K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported plastic packing cases worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by China (33%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 636% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.02 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.6 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Zambia also export plastic packing cases?
Yes. Zambia exported $349 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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