Shovels and loaders (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $63.0 million (10.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $63.0M | 10.3K t |
| 2023 | $60.9M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $34.4M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $33.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $17.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $38.2M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $42.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $25.2M | 3.8K t |
Where Zambia imports shovels and loaders (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (35%), South Africa (25%), China (23%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $22.1M | 35% |
| South Africa | $15.5M | 25% |
| China | $14.6M | 23% |
| India | $4.2M | 6.7% |
| Angola | $2.2M | 3.5% |
| Brazil | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $834K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $809K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $518K | 0.8% |
| Malawi | $223K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.10 per kg, close to the world average of $6.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Shovels and loaders (other) exports from Zambia
Exports of shovels and loaders (other) by Zambia reached $1.7 million in 2024 (583 tonnes). Most of it went to Malawi (32%), DR Congo (32%), Tanzania (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+583% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $565K | 32% |
| DR Congo | $557K | 32% |
| Tanzania | $324K | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $153K | 8.8% |
| Botswana | $93K | 5.3% |
| Mozambique | $55K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia shovels and loaders (other) imports (HS 8429.59): 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 8429.59: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.
Common questions
What is the value of shovels and loaders (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $63.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply shovels and loaders (other) to Zambia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($22.1 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and China (23%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of shovels and loaders (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.10 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of shovels and loaders (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.2 million in 2017 to $63.0 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $39.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also export shovels and loaders (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, the DR Congo and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $61.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for shovels and loaders (other)?
The HS code for shovels and loaders (other) is subheading 8429.59. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
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