Rubber articles imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported rubber articles worth $17.9 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $17.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $19.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 767 t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 872 t |
Where Zambia imports rubber articles from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (38%), China (14%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.8M | 38% |
| China | $2.4M | 14% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 14% |
| United States | $1.6M | 9.2% |
| India | $794K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $530K | 3% |
| Finland | $527K | 3% |
| Sweden | $301K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $223K | 1.3% |
| Mauritius | $221K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 4016
| 4016.93 | Rubber gaskets and seals | 66% |
| 4016.99 | Rubber articles (other) | 22% |
| 4016.91 | Rubber floor coverings | 6.3% |
| 4016.10 | Foam rubber mats | 4.6% |
| 4016.95 | Inflatable rubber articles | 0.8% |
| 4016.92 | Rubber erasers | 0.4% |
| 4016.94 | Rubber boat fenders | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4016.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.87 per kg, 43% below the world average of $10.37, 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.
Rubber articles exports from Zambia
Exports of rubber articles by Zambia reached $642 thousand in 2024 (28 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $574K | 89% |
| South Africa | $39K | 6% |
| Australia | $11K | 1.6% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0.5% |
| Peru | $3K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.3% |
| United States | $2K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.3% |
| Botswana | $2K | 0.3% |
| Republic of the Congo | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia rubber articles imports (HS 4016): 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 4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber articles imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported rubber articles worth $17.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber articles to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by China (14%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.87 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $10.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber articles to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $17.9 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $19.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also export rubber articles?
Yes. Zambia exported $642 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Australia. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $17.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber articles?
The HS code for rubber articles is heading 4016. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 4016.93 (66% of the value) and 4016.99 (21%).
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