Sulfates (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported sulfates (other) worth $2.9 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 56% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.5 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 | $2.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 181 t |
Where Zambia imports sulfates (other) from
China alone supplied 53% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 53% |
| South Africa | $997K | 35% |
| United Arab Emirates | $246K | 8.6% |
| Singapore | $52K | 1.8% |
| Mauritius | $13K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.4% |
| India | $12K | 0.4% |
| DR Congo | $7K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, 21% above the world average of $0.58. 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.
Sulfates (other) exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $1.6 million of sulfates (other) in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.6M | 100% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
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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 2833.29: Sulphates: n.e.c. in item no. 2833.2.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfates (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported sulfates (other) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulfates (other) to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by South Africa (35%) and the United Arab Emirates (9%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of sulfates (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $0.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sulfates (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Zambia also export sulfates (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfates (other)?
The HS code for sulfates (other) is subheading 2833.29. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2833 page.
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