Generator imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of generator by Zimbabwe reached $35.1 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 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 | $35.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $33.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $37.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $25.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $20.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 991 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports generator from
Most of the value came from South Africa (49%), China (41%), Hong Kong (2%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $17.3M | 49% |
| China | $14.3M | 41% |
| Hong Kong | $850K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $729K | 2.1% |
| India | $592K | 1.7% |
| France | $300K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $231K | 0.7% |
| Mauritius | $213K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $147K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $103K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8502
| 8502.13 | Diesel generator sets large | 31% |
| 8502.12 | Diesel generator sets medium | 24% |
| 8502.11 | Diesel generator sets small | 18% |
| 8502.20 | Petrol generator sets | 14% |
| 8502.39 | Renewable energy generator sets | 13% |
| 8502.40 | Rotary converters | 0.1% |
| 8502.31 | Wind powered generator sets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.84 per kg, 44% below the world average of $10.49, 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.
Generator exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $204 thousand of generator in 2024 (28 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Angola (35%), South Africa (33%), Zambia (32%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $71K | 35% |
| South Africa | $67K | 33% |
| Zambia | $65K | 32% |
| Malawi | $2K | 1% |
| Sudan | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe generator imports (HS 8502): 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 8502: Electric generating sets and rotary converters.
Common questions
What is the value of generator imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported generator worth $35.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply generator to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($17.3 million), followed by China (41%) and Hong Kong (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 795% on the year.
What is the average import price of generator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.84 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $10.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of generator to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $35.1 million in 2024, an increase of 273%. The peak was 2022 at $37.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export generator?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $204 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, South Africa and Zambia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for generator?
The HS code for generator is heading 8502. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8502.13 (30% of the value) and 8502.12 (24%).
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