Steam boiler parts imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported steam boiler parts worth $2.1 million (247 tonnes). Value rose 62% on 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 | $2.1M | 247 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 401 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 374 t |
| 2021 | $880K | 262 t |
| 2020 | $765K | 348 t |
| 2019 | $695K | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 1.6K t |
Where Zambia imports steam boiler parts from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (40%), United States (18%), Poland (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $862K | 40% |
| United States | $380K | 18% |
| Poland | $338K | 16% |
| China | $226K | 11% |
| India | $147K | 6.9% |
| Slovakia | $108K | 5% |
| Australia | $27K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $24K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.68 per kg, 37% above the world average of $6.35. 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia steam boiler parts imports (HS 8402.90): 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 8402.90: Boilers: parts of steam or other vapour generating boilers.
Common questions
What is the value of steam boiler parts imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steam boiler parts worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 247 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam boiler parts to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($862 thousand), followed by the United States (18%) and Poland (16%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 81% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam boiler parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.68 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steam boiler parts to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam boiler parts?
The HS code for steam boiler parts is subheading 8402.90. 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 8402 page.
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