Fibreboard imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported fibreboard worth $13.7 million (27.2 thousand tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $13.7M | 27.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 24.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 20.9K t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 22.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 17.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 14.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 15.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 8.5K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports fibreboard from
South Africa alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malawi grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $10.6M | 78% |
| Malawi | $2.8M | 20% |
| China | $202K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $56K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $14K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $9K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4411
| 4411.14 | MDF (>9 mm) | 95% |
| 4411.12 | MDF (3–5 mm) | 3.9% |
| 4411.93 | Fibreboard (medium density, other) | 0.5% |
| 4411.13 | MDF (5–9 mm) | 0.5% |
| 4411.94 | Fibreboard (low density) | 0.4% |
| 4411.92 | Fibreboard (high density) | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4411.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.50 per kg, close to the world average of $0.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fibreboard exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $1.9 million of fibreboard in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.2M | 65% |
| South Africa | $365K | 20% |
| Mozambique | $221K | 12% |
| Malawi | $36K | 1.9% |
| Australia | $24K | 1.3% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe fibreboard imports (HS 4411): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 4411: Fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances.
Common questions
What is the value of fibreboard imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported fibreboard worth $13.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply fibreboard to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by Malawi (20%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 758% on the year.
What is the average import price of fibreboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.50 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $0.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fibreboard to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $13.7 million in 2024, an increase of 284%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export fibreboard?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Africa and Mozambique. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fibreboard?
The HS code for fibreboard is heading 4411. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 4411.14 (95% of the value) and 4411.12 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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