Steel structure (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel structure (other) by Zambia reached $82.7 million in 2024 (38.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 92% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $82.7M | 38.0K t |
| 2023 | $43.1M | 19.3K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $37.4M | 16.6K t |
| 2020 | $24.2M | 212.8K t |
| 2019 | $51.4M | 99.0K t |
| 2018 | $80.0M | 123.2K t |
| 2017 | $42.3M | 310.4K t |
Where Zambia imports steel structure (other) from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (48%), China (40%), Turkey (2%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+207% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $40.1M | 48% |
| China | $33.0M | 40% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $1.6M | 1.9% |
| Morocco | $1.5M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $737K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $583K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $541K | 0.7% |
| India | $524K | 0.6% |
| Namibia | $478K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.18 per kg, close to the world average of $2.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel structure (other) exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported steel structure (other) worth $1.8 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 64% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.1M | 64% |
| Zimbabwe | $499K | 28% |
| Malawi | $68K | 3.8% |
| Namibia | $24K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $21K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.7% |
| Mozambique | $10K | 0.6% |
| Lesotho | $6K | 0.3% |
| Peru | $0K | 0% |
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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 7308.90: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structure (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported steel structure (other) worth $82.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 92% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structure (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($40.1 million), followed by China (40%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 632% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structure (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.18 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2.48 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 structure (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.3 million in 2017 to $82.7 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $48.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also export steel structure (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $81.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structure (other)?
The HS code for steel structure (other) is subheading 7308.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
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