Steel flange imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $2.1 million of steel flange in 2024 (547 tonnes). Value rose 93% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $2.1M | 547 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 239 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 328 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 187 t |
| 2020 | $625K | 140 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 382 t |
| 2018 | $915K | 211 t |
| 2017 | $963K | 240 t |
Where Zambia imports steel flange from
South Africa alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.4M | 66% |
| China | $483K | 23% |
| Japan | $107K | 5.1% |
| India | $46K | 2.2% |
| Australia | $16K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.6% |
| Finland | $11K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $8K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $7K | 0.3% |
| France | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.83 per kg, 29% above the world average of $2.98. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia steel flange imports (HS 7307.91): 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 7307.91: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, flanges, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel flange imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steel flange worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 547 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 93% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel flange to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (23%) and Japan (5%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 506% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel flange per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.83 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $2.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel flange to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $963 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel flange?
The HS code for steel flange is subheading 7307.91. 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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