Analytical instruments imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported analytical instruments worth $13.0 million (142 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $19.1 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 | $13.0M | 142 t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 151 t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 163 t |
| 2021 | $11.9M | 184 t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 69 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 43 t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 52 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 33 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports analytical instruments from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (46%), Germany (14%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.9M | 46% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 14% |
| China | $1.6M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $846K | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $495K | 3.8% |
| Hong Kong | $410K | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $324K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $248K | 1.9% |
| India | $226K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $217K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 9027
| 9027.80 | Material property analyzers | 36% |
| 9027.90 | Microtomes | 24% |
| 9027.30 | Spectrometers | 16% |
| 9027.50 | Optical radiation detector | 12% |
| 9027.10 | Gas analysis equipment | 9.3% |
| 9027.20 | Chromatography equipment | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9027.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $91.24 per kg, 59% below the world average of $222.98, 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.
Analytical instruments exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported analytical instruments worth $286 thousand (7 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $155K | 54% |
| China | $43K | 15% |
| Germany | $39K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 7.2% |
| United States | $18K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $5K | 1.8% |
| Namibia | $4K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe analytical instruments imports (HS 9027): 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 9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light.
Common questions
What is the value of analytical instruments imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported analytical instruments worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 142 tonnes. That ranks it 111th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply analytical instruments to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Germany (14%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 792% on the year.
What is the average import price of analytical instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $91.24 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $222.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of analytical instruments to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. The peak was 2020 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export analytical instruments?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $286 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, China and Germany. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for analytical instruments?
The HS code for analytical instruments is heading 9027. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 9027.80 (36% of the value) and 9027.90 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Zimbabwe. Tell us your product to see it live.
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