Steel fitting (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel fitting (other) by Zambia reached $5.1 million in 2024 (992 tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $7.6 million.
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 | $5.1M | 992 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 980 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 862 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 889 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 269 t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 924 t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 568 t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 579 t |
Where Zambia imports steel fitting (other) from
South Africa alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+584% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.7M | 54% |
| China | $851K | 17% |
| Germany | $264K | 5.2% |
| United States | $254K | 5% |
| Botswana | $243K | 4.8% |
| Poland | $158K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $132K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $104K | 2.1% |
| India | $52K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $43K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.10 per kg, 36% below the world average of $7.92, 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.
Steel fitting (other) exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported steel fitting (other) worth $240 thousand (148 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $136K | 57% |
| Botswana | $44K | 19% |
| Belgium | $17K | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $16K | 6.5% |
| Canada | $8K | 3.4% |
| Namibia | $7K | 2.7% |
| Cameroon | $6K | 2.5% |
| Peru | $4K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $3K | 1.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia steel fitting (other) imports (HS 7307.99): 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 7307.99: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel fitting (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steel fitting (other) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 992 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel fitting (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (17%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 584% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel fitting (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.10 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $7.92 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel fitting (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2019 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also export steel fitting (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $240 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and Belgium. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel fitting (other)?
The HS code for steel fitting (other) is subheading 7307.99. 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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