Rock drill bits imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rock drill bits by Zambia reached $8.3 million in 2024 (299 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.1 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 | $8.3M | 299 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 187 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 220 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 375 t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 239 t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 370 t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 380 t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 394 t |
Where Zambia imports rock drill bits from
The largest suppliers were India (42%), South Africa (26%), Sweden (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+515% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.5M | 42% |
| South Africa | $2.2M | 26% |
| Sweden | $1.3M | 15% |
| Ireland | $540K | 6.5% |
| China | $520K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $85K | 1% |
| Botswana | $39K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $34K | 0.4% |
| United States | $32K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $24K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.62 per kg, 30% above the world average of $21.19. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rock drill bits exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $744 thousand of rock drill bits in 2024 (29 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $580K | 78% |
| South Africa | $165K | 22% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia rock drill bits imports (HS 8207.13): 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 8207.13: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported rock drill bits worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 299 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits to Zambia?
India was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and Sweden (15%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 515% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.62 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $21.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rock drill bits to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Zambia also export rock drill bits?
Yes. Zambia exported $744 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits?
The HS code for rock drill bits is subheading 8207.13. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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