Valve imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported valve worth $51.6 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 42% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $51.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $36.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $34.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $30.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $22.6M | 773 t |
| 2019 | $33.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $37.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $32.6M | 1.5K t |
Where Zambia imports valve from
Most of the value came from South Africa (42%), China (14%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $21.5M | 42% |
| China | $7.4M | 14% |
| India | $7.3M | 14% |
| United States | $2.6M | 5% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $984K | 1.9% |
| Sweden | $912K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $878K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 8481
| 8481.80 | Pipe and boiler control valves | 63% |
| 8481.20 | Hydraulic and pneumatic valves | 14% |
| 8481.30 | Check valves | 8.2% |
| 8481.90 | Valve and tap parts | 8% |
| 8481.40 | Safety and relief valves | 3.5% |
| 8481.10 | Pressure reducing valves | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8481.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.60 per kg, 23% below the world average of $24.30, 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.
Valve exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $1.8 million of valve in 2024 (77 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.3M | 75% |
| South Africa | $298K | 17% |
| Malawi | $41K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $29K | 1.6% |
| Peru | $20K | 1.1% |
| Botswana | $15K | 0.9% |
| Chile | $7K | 0.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $6K | 0.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $6K | 0.3% |
| United States | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia valve imports (HS 8481): 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 8481: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves.
Common questions
What is the value of valve imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported valve worth $51.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by China (14%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.60 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $24.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of valve to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.6 million in 2017 to $51.6 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $34.8 million a year.
Does Zambia also export valve?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $49.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve?
The HS code for valve is heading 8481. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8481.80 (63% of the value) and 8481.20 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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