Protein concentrate imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported protein concentrate worth $5.9 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $5.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 979 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 785 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 1.3K t |
Where Zambia imports protein concentrate from
South Africa alone supplied 87% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.2M | 88% |
| Malawi | $327K | 5.6% |
| China | $251K | 4.3% |
| United States | $44K | 0.7% |
| India | $43K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $27K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $15K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.94 per kg, 31% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
Protein concentrate exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $800 thousand of protein concentrate in 2024 (542 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 64% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $509K | 64% |
| Tanzania | $190K | 24% |
| United Arab Emirates | $65K | 8.1% |
| South Africa | $25K | 3.1% |
| Botswana | $7K | 0.8% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia protein concentrate imports (HS 2106.10): 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 2106.10: Protein: concentrates and textured protein substances.
Common questions
What is the value of protein concentrate imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported protein concentrate worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply protein concentrate to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Malawi (6%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 754% on the year.
What is the average import price of protein concentrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.94 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of protein concentrate to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. The peak was 2023 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export protein concentrate?
Yes. Zambia exported $800 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Tanzania and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for protein concentrate?
The HS code for protein concentrate is subheading 2106.10. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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