Coal tar exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
Zimbabwe exported $3.9 million of coal tar in 2024 (24.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 170% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.9M | 24.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $969K | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $403K | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $174K | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $273K | 994 t |
| 2017 | $99K | 393 t |
Where Zimbabwe exports coal tar to
One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.7M | 95% |
| Botswana | $111K | 2.8% |
| Zambia | $107K | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.16 per kg, 66% below the world average of $0.47, 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 coal tar exports (HS 2706): 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 2706: Tar distilled from coal, from lignite, peat and other mineral tars, whether or not dehydrated or partially distilled; including reconstituted tars.
Common questions
What is the value of coal tar exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported coal tar worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 65 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 170% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal tar from Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Botswana (3%) and Zambia (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal tar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.16 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $0.47 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of coal tar from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $99 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal tar?
The HS code for coal tar is heading 2706. In Zimbabwe all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2706.00. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2706 page.
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