Glue imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $7.4 million of glue in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $7.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 1.6K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports glue from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.5M | 88% |
| China | $580K | 7.9% |
| India | $104K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $60K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $27K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $9K | 0.1% |
| United States | $9K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $9K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 54% |
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 32% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, 46% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported glue worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by China (8%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 561% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glue to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2022 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 3506.99 (54% of the value) and 3506.91 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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