Printed paper labels imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed paper labels by Zambia reached $7.3 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 35% more than in 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 | $7.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 993 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 885 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 267 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 541 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 436 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 449 t |
Where Zambia imports printed paper labels from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (49%), Tanzania (29%), Kenya (8%). Among the main suppliers, Mauritius grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.6M | 50% |
| Tanzania | $2.1M | 29% |
| Kenya | $606K | 8.3% |
| India | $310K | 4.3% |
| Mauritius | $240K | 3.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $152K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $72K | 1% |
| China | $45K | 0.6% |
| United States | $38K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $22K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.56 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed paper labels exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported printed paper labels worth $517 thousand (75 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $504K | 98% |
| Malawi | $8K | 1.6% |
| United States | $3K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia printed paper labels imports (HS 4821.10): 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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported printed paper labels worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed paper labels to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Tanzania (29%) and Kenya (8%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.56 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $6.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed paper labels to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Zambia also export printed paper labels?
Yes. Zambia exported $517 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and the United States. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4821 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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