Surveying instruments (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported surveying instruments (other) worth $4.2 million (26 tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $4.2M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 17 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 4 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $921K | 5 t |
Where Zambia imports surveying instruments (other) from
Most of the value came from South Africa (25%), Mauritius (13%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Mauritius grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 25% |
| Mauritius | $543K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $433K | 10% |
| Namibia | $326K | 7.7% |
| China | $318K | 7.5% |
| United States | $275K | 6.5% |
| Italy | $274K | 6.5% |
| Spain | $178K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $174K | 4.1% |
| Australia | $153K | 3.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $162.09 per kg, 28% below the world average of $225.62, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Surveying instruments (other) exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported surveying instruments (other) worth $911 thousand (3 tonnes). Most of it went to South Africa (48%), United States (42%), Australia (5%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $438K | 48% |
| United States | $386K | 42% |
| Australia | $46K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 2.4% |
| Finland | $8K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $6K | 0.7% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.4% |
| Luxembourg | $2K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia surveying instruments (other) imports (HS 9015.80): 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 9015.80: Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported surveying instruments (other) worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Mauritius (13%) and the United Arab Emirates (10%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 525% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $162.09 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $225.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instruments (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $920 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 358%. The peak was 2023 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also export surveying instruments (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $911 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the United States and Australia. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments (other)?
The HS code for surveying instruments (other) is subheading 9015.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
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