Canned potatoes imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported canned potatoes worth $7.3 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 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 | $7.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 932 t |
| 2020 | $574K | 192 t |
| 2019 | $244K | 73 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 650 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 841 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports canned potatoes from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 81% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.9M | 81% |
| Zambia | $1.4M | 19% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0% |
| Botswana | $2K | 0% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.28 per kg, close to the world average of $3.47.
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 canned potatoes imports (HS 2005.20): 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 2005.20: Vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of canned potatoes imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported canned potatoes worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned potatoes to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Zambia (19%) and Namibia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned potatoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.28 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $3.47 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of canned potatoes to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 176%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned potatoes?
The HS code for canned potatoes is subheading 2005.20. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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