Construction tires imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported construction tires worth $18.1 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $18.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $17.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 2.3K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports construction tires from
South Africa alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $10.1M | 56% |
| China | $5.6M | 31% |
| Hong Kong | $895K | 5% |
| India | $783K | 4.3% |
| Mozambique | $348K | 1.9% |
| Peru | $174K | 1% |
| Thailand | $167K | 0.9% |
| Mauritius | $27K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.18 per kg, close to the world average of $4.86.
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 construction tires imports (HS 4011.80): 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 4011.80: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines.
Common questions
What is the value of construction tires imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported construction tires worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction tires to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($10.1 million), followed by China (31%) and Hong Kong (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.18 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $4.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of construction tires to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction tires?
The HS code for construction tires is subheading 4011.80. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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