Steam turbine imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steam turbine by Zambia reached $6.0 million in 2024 (554 tonnes). Value rose 412% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 40% 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 | $6.0M | 554 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 34 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 49 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 34 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 13 t |
| 2019 | $688K | 7 t |
| 2018 | $797K | 22 t |
| 2017 | $561K | 22 t |
Where Zambia imports steam turbine from
Most of the value came from China (49%), India (45%), South Africa (5%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+305% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 50% |
| India | $2.7M | 45% |
| South Africa | $304K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8406
| 8406.82 | Industrial steam turbines (medium power) | 77% |
| 8406.90 | Steam turbine parts | 23% |
| 8406.10 | Turbines: steam and other vapour turbines, for marine propulsion | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.86 per kg, 55% below the world average of $24.06, 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.
Steam turbine exports from Zambia
Exports of steam turbine by Zambia reached $682 thousand in 2024 (149 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $663K | 97% |
| South Africa | $19K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia steam turbine imports (HS 8406): 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 8406: Turbines; steam and other vapour turbines.
Common questions
What is the value of steam turbine imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steam turbine worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 554 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 412% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam turbine to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by India (45%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam turbine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.86 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $24.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steam turbine to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $561 thousand in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 971%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export steam turbine?
Yes. Zambia exported $682 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam turbine?
The HS code for steam turbine is heading 8406. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8406.82 (77% of the value) and 8406.90 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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