Engineering plastic imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $57.1 million of engineering plastic in 2024 (47.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $57.1M | 47.1K t |
| 2023 | $53.7M | 38.1K t |
| 2022 | $60.2M | 35.5K t |
| 2021 | $51.4M | 34.9K t |
| 2020 | $29.1M | 27.0K t |
| 2019 | $29.3M | 22.3K t |
| 2018 | $21.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 4.7K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports engineering plastic from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), South Africa (26%), United Arab Emirates (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.7M | 45% |
| South Africa | $14.9M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.1M | 14% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $3.2M | 5.6% |
| Singapore | $3.0M | 5.3% |
| Mozambique | $941K | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $251K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $222K | 0.4% |
| Mauritius | $189K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $184K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 3907
| 3907.99 | Saturated polyester resins | 31% |
| 3907.69 | Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) | 28% |
| 3907.61 | Polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) | 26% |
| 3907.50 | Alkyd resins | 9.7% |
| 3907.20 | Polyether resins | 2.5% |
| 3907.30 | Epoxy resins | 1.5% |
| 3907.91 | Unsaturated polyester resin | 1.1% |
| 3907.10 | Polyacetal resin | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3907.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 36% below the world average of $1.89, 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.
Engineering plastic exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of engineering plastic by Zimbabwe reached $617 thousand in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $392K | 64% |
| Zambia | $225K | 37% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe engineering plastic imports (HS 3907): 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 3907: Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of engineering plastic imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported engineering plastic worth $57.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply engineering plastic to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($25.7 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and the United Arab Emirates (14%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of engineering plastic per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $1.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of engineering plastic to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $57.1 million in 2024, an increase of 635%. The peak was 2022 at $60.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export engineering plastic?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $617 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa and Zambia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $56.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for engineering plastic?
The HS code for engineering plastic is heading 3907. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 3907.99 (31% of the value) and 3907.69 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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