Polypropylene copolymers imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $13.5 million of polypropylene copolymers in 2024 (9.8 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $13.5M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $15.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 5.4K t |
Where Zambia imports polypropylene copolymers from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+963% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.6M | 56% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 9.6% |
| China | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| South Korea | $828K | 6.1% |
| Thailand | $718K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $715K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $481K | 3.6% |
| India | $301K | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $213K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $206K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.37 per kg, close to the world average of $1.47.
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 polypropylene copolymers imports (HS 3902.30): 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 3902.30: Propylene, other olefin polymers: propylene copolymers in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene copolymers imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported polypropylene copolymers worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene copolymers to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (10%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 963% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene copolymers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $1.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene copolymers to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2021 at $15.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene copolymers?
The HS code for polypropylene copolymers is subheading 3902.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3902 page.
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