Alkyd resins imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of alkyd resins by Zimbabwe reached $5.5 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $5.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 1.3K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports alkyd resins from
South Africa alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.3M | 78% |
| China | $845K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $134K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $128K | 2.3% |
| Mozambique | $63K | 1.1% |
| Zambia | $26K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.28, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe alkyd resins imports (HS 3907.50): 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 3907.50: Alkyd resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of alkyd resins imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported alkyd resins worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply alkyd resins to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by China (15%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of alkyd resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alkyd resins to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkyd resins?
The HS code for alkyd resins is subheading 3907.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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