Zinc-coated welded mesh imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $3.0 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 32% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $3.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $692K | 402 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 724 t |
| 2018 | $822K | 498 t |
| 2017 | $774K | 316 t |
Where Zambia imports zinc-coated welded mesh from
South Africa alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.9M | 94% |
| China | $197K | 6.5% |
| United States | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.48 per kg, close to the world average of $1.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc-coated welded mesh exports from Zambia
Exports of zinc-coated welded mesh by Zambia reached $217 thousand in 2024 (139 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 88% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $191K | 88% |
| South Africa | $26K | 12% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia zinc-coated welded mesh imports (HS 7314.31): 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 7314.31: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated welded mesh imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated welded mesh to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (6%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated welded mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.48 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $1.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zinc-coated welded mesh to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $774 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 294%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export zinc-coated welded mesh?
Yes. Zambia exported $217 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh?
The HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh is subheading 7314.31. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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