Veterinary vaccines imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of veterinary vaccines by Zambia reached $11.9 million in 2024 (313 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.2 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 | $11.9M | 313 t |
| 2023 | $11.9M | 308 t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 163 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 236 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 55 t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 167 t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 110 t |
Where Zambia imports veterinary vaccines from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (46%), Botswana (25%), Netherlands (9%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.5M | 46% |
| Botswana | $2.9M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 9.3% |
| India | $977K | 8.2% |
| Belgium | $427K | 3.6% |
| China | $243K | 2% |
| Israel | $224K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $124K | 1% |
| Uruguay | $120K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $111K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.20 per kg, 70% below the world average of $126.46, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia veterinary vaccines imports (HS 3002.30): 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 3002.30: Vaccines: for veterinary medicine.
Common questions
What is the value of veterinary vaccines imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported veterinary vaccines worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 313 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply veterinary vaccines to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Botswana (25%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Uruguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 586% on the year.
What is the average import price of veterinary vaccines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.20 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $126.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of veterinary vaccines to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2022 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also export veterinary vaccines?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for veterinary vaccines?
The HS code for veterinary vaccines is subheading 3002.30. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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