Fatty acid imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported fatty acid worth $18.3 million (13.3 thousand tonnes). That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $18.3M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 9.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $940K | 783 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports fatty acid from
Malaysia alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $12.5M | 68% |
| China | $3.7M | 20% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 11% |
| Mozambique | $62K | 0.3% |
| India | $5K | 0% |
| Canada | $2K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3823
| 3823.19 | Fatty acids (other species) | 99% |
| 3823.70 | Industrial fatty alcohols | 1.3% |
| 3823.11 | Stearic acid | 0.2% |
| 3823.12 | Oleic acid | 0% |
| 3823.13 | Tall oil fatty acids | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3823.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, close to the world average of $1.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fatty acid exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of fatty acid by Zimbabwe reached $685 thousand in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). South Africa alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+322% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $492K | 72% |
| Zambia | $193K | 28% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe fatty acid imports (HS 3823): 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 3823: Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols.
Common questions
What is the value of fatty acid imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported fatty acid worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply fatty acid to Zimbabwe?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($12.5 million), followed by China (20%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of fatty acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $1.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fatty acid to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, an increase of 687%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export fatty acid?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $685 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zambia and South Korea. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fatty acid?
The HS code for fatty acid is heading 3823. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 3823.19 (99% of the value) and 3823.70 (1%).
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