Whole milk powder unsweetened imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of whole milk powder unsweetened by Zambia reached $14.4 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $18.6 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 | $14.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $18.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 3.1K t |
Where Zambia imports whole milk powder unsweetened from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $10.5M | 73% |
| New Zealand | $1.0M | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $959K | 6.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $477K | 3.3% |
| Uruguay | $375K | 2.6% |
| Ireland | $367K | 2.6% |
| United States | $293K | 2% |
| Mauritius | $205K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $107K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $102K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.62 per kg, close to the world average of $3.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Whole milk powder unsweetened exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $4.2 million of whole milk powder unsweetened in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 77% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $3.2M | 77% |
| Mozambique | $504K | 12% |
| South Africa | $456K | 11% |
| Malawi | $6K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia whole milk powder unsweetened imports (HS 0402.21): 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 0402.21: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight).
Common questions
What is the value of whole milk powder unsweetened imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported whole milk powder unsweetened worth $14.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply whole milk powder unsweetened to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by New Zealand (7%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average import price of whole milk powder unsweetened per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.62 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of whole milk powder unsweetened to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $14.4 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2018 at $18.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also export whole milk powder unsweetened?
Yes. Zambia exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Mozambique and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened?
The HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened is subheading 0402.21. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
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