Skimmed milk powder sweetened imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of skimmed milk powder sweetened by Zambia reached $8.2 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $8.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 1.7K t |
Where Zambia imports skimmed milk powder sweetened from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.0M | 73% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 19% |
| Ireland | $560K | 6.9% |
| Poland | $76K | 0.9% |
| China | $16K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $4K | 0% |
| Australia | $3K | 0% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.50 per kg, 58% above the world average of $2.84. 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.
Skimmed milk powder sweetened exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $572 thousand of skimmed milk powder sweetened in 2024 (133 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $568K | 99% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia skimmed milk powder sweetened imports (HS 0402.10): 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 0402.10: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content not exceeding 1.5% (by weight).
Common questions
What is the value of skimmed milk powder sweetened imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported skimmed milk powder sweetened worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply skimmed milk powder sweetened to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (19%) and Ireland (7%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 17% on the year.
What is the average import price of skimmed milk powder sweetened per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.50 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $2.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of skimmed milk powder sweetened to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. The peak was 2023 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export skimmed milk powder sweetened?
Yes. Zambia exported $572 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and Zimbabwe. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for skimmed milk powder sweetened?
The HS code for skimmed milk powder sweetened is subheading 0402.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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