Aluminium structural sections imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported aluminium structural sections worth $9.1 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 50% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $9.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 829 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports aluminium structural sections from
Most of the value came from China (38%), United Arab Emirates (25%), South Africa (23%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 38% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 25% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 23% |
| Portugal | $573K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $250K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $177K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $102K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $73K | 0.8% |
| India | $61K | 0.7% |
| Mauritius | $61K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 7610
| 7610.90 | Aluminium structural parts | 53% |
| 7610.10 | Aluminium doors and windows | 47% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7610.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.99 per kg, 72% below the world average of $7.18, 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.
Aluminium structural sections exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $1.0 million of aluminium structural sections in 2024 (305 tonnes). South Africa alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.0M | 97% |
| Botswana | $26K | 2.5% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe aluminium structural sections imports (HS 7610): 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 7610: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural sections imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported aluminium structural sections worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural sections to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (25%) and South Africa (23%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.99 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $7.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium structural sections to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 186%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export aluminium structural sections?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural sections?
The HS code for aluminium structural sections is heading 7610. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 7610.90 (53% of the value) and 7610.10 (47%).
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