Food preparations imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported food preparations worth $47.0 million (14.4 thousand tonnes). That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $47.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2023 | $40.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $32.6M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $30.4M | 14.7K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $17.5M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $24.1M | 10.5K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports food preparations from
South Africa alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $43.3M | 92% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Madagascar | $908K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $593K | 1.3% |
| Ireland | $547K | 1.2% |
| India | $174K | 0.4% |
| France | $152K | 0.3% |
| China | $92K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $49K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 2106
| 2106.90 | Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 | 58% |
| 2106.10 | Protein concentrate | 42% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2106.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, 46% below the world average of $6.09, 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.
Food preparations exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $5.1 million of food preparations in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $3.0M | 58% |
| Mozambique | $1.6M | 32% |
| Malawi | $400K | 7.8% |
| Australia | $30K | 0.6% |
| Seychelles | $22K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $9K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| New Zealand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe food preparations imports (HS 2106): 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 2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of food preparations imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported food preparations worth $47.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply food preparations to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($43.3 million), followed by Egypt (2%) and Madagascar (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of food preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $6.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of food preparations to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.1 million in 2017 to $47.0 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.1 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export food preparations?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Mozambique and Malawi. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $41.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for food preparations?
The HS code for food preparations is heading 2106. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2106.90 (58% of the value) and 2106.10 (42%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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