Ethylene polymers (other) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $6.9 million of ethylene polymers (other) in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 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 | $6.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.1K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports ethylene polymers (other) from
Most of the value came from South Africa (34%), China (18%), South Korea (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.3M | 34% |
| China | $1.2M | 18% |
| South Korea | $715K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $685K | 10% |
| Mozambique | $479K | 7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $447K | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $313K | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $249K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $228K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $92K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, 31% below the world average of $1.70, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zimbabwe ethylene polymers (other) imports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene polymers (other) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (18%) and South Korea (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $1.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene polymers (other) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 392%. The peak was 2023 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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