Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $3.3 million of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.1 million.
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 | $3.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 1.6K t |
Where Zambia imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
Most of the value came from Botswana (36%), India (28%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.2M | 36% |
| India | $918K | 28% |
| China | $526K | 16% |
| South Africa | $501K | 15% |
| Malawi | $103K | 3.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $34K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $14K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $12K | 0.4% |
| United States | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, 23% below the world average of $2.25, 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.
Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $399 thousand of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes in 2024 (280 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 51% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $204K | 51% |
| DR Congo | $173K | 43% |
| Malawi | $20K | 4.9% |
| China | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Zambia?
Botswana was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by India (28%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $2.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2018 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. Zambia exported $399 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the DR Congo and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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