Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $3.9 million (9.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 84% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $3.9M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $924K | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $544K | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $402K | 1.1K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.0M | 78% |
| China | $357K | 9.2% |
| India | $309K | 8% |
| Mauritius | $50K | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | $48K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 1.2% |
| United States | $21K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $20K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.55, 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.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $238 thousand (355 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $185K | 78% |
| Malawi | $49K | 21% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports (HS 6907.21): 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 6907.21: Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 147th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (9%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $402 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 865%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $238 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Malawi and South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) is subheading 6907.21. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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