Electric motor imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported electric motor worth $31.4 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 80% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $31.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 877 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports electric motor from
Most of the value came from China (45%), South Africa (24%), Malaysia (11%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.0M | 45% |
| South Africa | $7.7M | 24% |
| Malaysia | $3.3M | 11% |
| Singapore | $2.6M | 8.4% |
| Hong Kong | $937K | 3% |
| Italy | $662K | 2.1% |
| India | $441K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $261K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $241K | 0.8% |
| Malawi | $229K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8501
| 8501.31 | DC motors up to 750w | 24% |
| 8501.64 | High capacity AC alternators | 24% |
| 8501.52 | Three-phase AC motors to 75kw | 15% |
| 8501.34 | High power DC motors | 13% |
| 8501.53 | High power three-phase motors | 8.4% |
| 8501.10 | Low power electric motors | 3.3% |
| 8501.40 | Single phase AC motors | 3.1% |
| 8501.61 | AC alternators up to 75kva | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8501.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.77 per kg, 42% below the world average of $13.41, 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.
Electric motor exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of electric motor by Zimbabwe reached $1.8 million in 2024 (374 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.8M | 98% |
| South Africa | $25K | 1.4% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0.1% |
| Sudan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe electric motor imports (HS 8501): 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 8501: Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets).
Common questions
What is the value of electric motor imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported electric motor worth $31.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric motor to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by South Africa (24%) and Malaysia (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric motor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.77 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $13.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric motor to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $31.4 million in 2024, an increase of 392%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export electric motor?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $29.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric motor?
The HS code for electric motor is heading 8501. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8501.31 (24% of the value) and 8501.64 (23%).
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