Stainless steel fitting (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $7.5 million of stainless steel fitting (other) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 458% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 45% 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 | $7.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 353 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 340 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 248 t |
| 2020 | $710K | 102 t |
| 2019 | $930K | 221 t |
| 2018 | $862K | 293 t |
| 2017 | $567K | 95 t |
Where Zambia imports stainless steel fitting (other) from
South Africa alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+692% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.0M | 79% |
| China | $1.2M | 16% |
| United States | $87K | 1.2% |
| India | $84K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.73 per kg, 77% below the world average of $20.17, 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.
Stainless steel fitting (other) exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $263 thousand of stainless steel fitting (other) in 2024 (28 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $233K | 89% |
| Botswana | $20K | 7.4% |
| Malawi | $6K | 2.2% |
| Ghana | $3K | 1% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia stainless steel fitting (other) imports (HS 7307.29): 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 7307.29: Steel, stainless: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.2.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel fitting (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported stainless steel fitting (other) worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 458% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel fitting (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (16%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 692% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel fitting (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.73 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $20.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless steel fitting (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $567 thousand in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Zambia also export stainless steel fitting (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $263 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel fitting (other)?
The HS code for stainless steel fitting (other) is subheading 7307.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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