Utility meters imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $10.5 million of utility meters in 2024 (229 tonnes). Value rose 46% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.8 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 | $10.5M | 229 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 383 t |
| 2022 | $21.8M | 256 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 187 t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 128 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 118 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 190 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 101 t |
Where Zambia imports utility meters from
South Africa alone supplied 65% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.8M | 65% |
| Slovenia | $1.9M | 18% |
| China | $835K | 7.9% |
| Brazil | $356K | 3.4% |
| Hong Kong | $212K | 2% |
| Germany | $122K | 1.2% |
| Namibia | $89K | 0.9% |
| United States | $59K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $42K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $31K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 9028
| 9028.30 | Electric meters | 89% |
| 9028.20 | Water meters | 9.7% |
| 9028.90 | Utility meter parts | 0.7% |
| 9028.10 | Gas meters | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9028.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.98 per kg, 45% above the world average of $31.70. 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.
Utility meters exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $621 thousand of utility meters in 2024 (16 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $610K | 98% |
| DR Congo | $12K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia utility meters imports (HS 9028): 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 9028: Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of utility meters imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported utility meters worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 229 tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply utility meters to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Slovenia (18%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average import price of utility meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.98 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $31.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of utility meters to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. The peak was 2022 at $21.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export utility meters?
Yes. Zambia exported $621 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, the DR Congo and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for utility meters?
The HS code for utility meters is heading 9028. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 9028.30 (89% of the value) and 9028.20 (10%).
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