Portable computers imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported portable computers worth $21.8 million (187 tonnes). Value rose 22% 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 | $21.8M | 187 t |
| 2023 | $17.9M | 238 t |
| 2022 | $19.4M | 162 t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 344 t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 76 t |
| 2019 | $14.7M | 65 t |
| 2018 | $17.6M | 94 t |
| 2017 | $17.4M | 78 t |
Where Zambia imports portable computers from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (25%), South Africa (21%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+636% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.5M | 25% |
| South Africa | $4.7M | 21% |
| China | $4.6M | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 9.3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.9M | 8.7% |
| United States | $911K | 4.2% |
| Panama | $311K | 1.4% |
| Denmark | $286K | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $276K | 1.3% |
| India | $206K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $116.90 per kg, 58% below the world average of $279.80, 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.
Portable computers exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported portable computers worth $253 thousand (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (29%), Malawi (25%), South Africa (18%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+979% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $73K | 29% |
| Malawi | $62K | 25% |
| South Africa | $46K | 18% |
| DR Congo | $13K | 5.2% |
| Luxembourg | $12K | 4.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $9K | 3.5% |
| Botswana | $9K | 3.4% |
| United States | $7K | 2.8% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 1.2% |
| Kenya | $3K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia portable computers imports (HS 8471.30): 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 8471.30: Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display.
Common questions
What is the value of portable computers imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported portable computers worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 187 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable computers to Zambia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by South Africa (21%) and China (21%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 731% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $116.90 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $279.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable computers to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.4 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $22.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export portable computers?
Yes. Zambia exported $253 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Malawi and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $21.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable computers?
The HS code for portable computers is subheading 8471.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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