Steel sections small imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $8.3 million of steel sections small in 2024 (8.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 117% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $8.3M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $655K | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $744K | 2.3K t |
Where Zambia imports steel sections small from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 75% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 23% |
| Belgium | $104K | 1.3% |
| India | $14K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, close to the world average of $0.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel sections small exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $969 thousand of steel sections small in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (46%), Botswana (36%), Mozambique (9%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $441K | 46% |
| Botswana | $353K | 37% |
| Mozambique | $87K | 9% |
| South Africa | $33K | 3.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $28K | 2.9% |
| Malawi | $27K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia steel sections small imports (HS 7216.10): 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 7216.10: Iron or non-alloy steel: U, I or H sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80mm.
Common questions
What is the value of steel sections small imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steel sections small worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 200 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 117% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel sections small to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and Belgium (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel sections small per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $0.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel sections small to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $744 thousand in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export steel sections small?
Yes. Zambia exported $969 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and Mozambique. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel sections small?
The HS code for steel sections small is subheading 7216.10. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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