Polypropylene film and sheet imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $7.9 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 6% 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 | $7.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 910 t |
Where Zambia imports polypropylene film and sheet from
South Africa alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.9M | 75% |
| India | $1.1M | 14% |
| China | $536K | 6.8% |
| Kenya | $142K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $95K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $77K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $25K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $15K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $3K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, close to the world average of $2.94.
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 polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene film and sheet imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by India (14%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 244%. The peak was 2022 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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