Transformer imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported transformer worth $79.4 million (8.3 thousand tonnes). That is 124% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $79.4M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $35.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $42.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $30.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $25.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $60.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $45.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $33.9M | 2.3K t |
Where Zambia imports transformer from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), South Africa (26%), Thailand (6%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+921% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.1M | 40% |
| South Africa | $20.6M | 26% |
| Thailand | $4.9M | 6.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.2M | 2.8% |
| India | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| Tanzania | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $1.6M | 2.1% |
| Namibia | $1.3M | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 8504
| 8504.40 | Static power converters | 58% |
| 8504.90 | Transformer and converter parts | 14% |
| 8504.22 | Oil transformers medium | 7.6% |
| 8504.23 | Oil transformers large | 5.6% |
| 8504.21 | Oil transformers small | 5% |
| 8504.33 | Medium dry transformers | 4.2% |
| 8504.34 | Large dry transformers | 2.9% |
| 8504.31 | Control transformers | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8504.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.56 per kg, 59% below the world average of $23.20, 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.
Transformer exports from Zambia
Exports of transformer by Zambia reached $1.6 million in 2024 (208 tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (33%), Zimbabwe (25%), Malawi (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+384% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $534K | 33% |
| Zimbabwe | $396K | 25% |
| Malawi | $222K | 14% |
| South Africa | $152K | 9.4% |
| Tanzania | $80K | 4.9% |
| Lesotho | $67K | 4.1% |
| Mozambique | $61K | 3.8% |
| Namibia | $30K | 1.8% |
| Uganda | $24K | 1.5% |
| Burundi | $16K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia transformer imports (HS 8504): 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 8504: Electric transformers, static converters (e.g. rectifiers) and inductors.
Common questions
What is the value of transformer imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported transformer worth $79.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 124% on 2023.
Which countries supply transformer to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($32.1 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and Thailand (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 921% on the year.
What is the average import price of transformer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.56 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $23.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of transformer to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.9 million in 2017 to $79.4 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export transformer?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.6 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 $77.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for transformer?
The HS code for transformer is heading 8504. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8504.40 (58% of the value) and 8504.90 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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