Steel screw and bolt imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $15.3 million of steel screw and bolt in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $15.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 2.1K t |
Where Zambia imports steel screw and bolt from
Most of the value came from South Africa (48%), China (15%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.3M | 48% |
| China | $2.3M | 15% |
| United States | $1.5M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $710K | 4.6% |
| Australia | $641K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $478K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $312K | 2% |
| Sweden | $225K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $222K | 1.5% |
| India | $187K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.46 per kg, 22% above the world average of $3.67. 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.
Steel screw and bolt exports from Zambia
Exports of steel screw and bolt by Zambia reached $467 thousand in 2024 (111 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 66% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $309K | 66% |
| United States | $116K | 25% |
| Australia | $13K | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $10K | 2.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $4K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.8% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $2K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia steel screw and bolt imports (HS 7318.15): 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 7318.15: Iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers.
Common questions
What is the value of steel screw and bolt imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steel screw and bolt worth $15.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel screw and bolt to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by China (15%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel screw and bolt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.46 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel screw and bolt to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $15.3 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export steel screw and bolt?
Yes. Zambia exported $467 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the United States and Australia. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $14.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel screw and bolt?
The HS code for steel screw and bolt is subheading 7318.15. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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