Refractory bricks (other compositions) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $5.2 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 89% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $5.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.4K t |
Where Zambia imports refractory bricks (other compositions) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 70% |
| India | $705K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $462K | 9% |
| Mauritius | $200K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $153K | 3% |
| Germany | $27K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $22K | 0.4% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, close to the world average of $1.10.
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 refractory bricks (other compositions) imports (HS 6902.90): 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 6902.90: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: n.e.c. in item no. 6902.1 or 6902.2.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks (other compositions) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 196 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks (other compositions) to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by India (14%) and the United Arab Emirates (9%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks (other compositions) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory bricks (other compositions) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 259%. The peak was 2018 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions)?
The HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions) is subheading 6902.90. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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