Graders and levellers imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported graders and levellers worth $8.4 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.8 million.
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 | $8.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 952 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 658 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports graders and levellers from
Most of the value came from South Africa (50%), China (34%), Hong Kong (7%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.2M | 50% |
| China | $2.9M | 35% |
| Hong Kong | $614K | 7.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $362K | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $252K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $48K | 0.6% |
| United States | $47K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.17 per kg, close to the world average of $7.34.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Graders and levellers exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of graders and levellers by Zimbabwe reached $236 thousand in 2024 (104 tonnes). South Africa alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+419% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $146K | 62% |
| Zambia | $44K | 19% |
| Mozambique | $39K | 17% |
| Botswana | $7K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe graders and levellers imports (HS 8429.20): 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 8429.20: Graders and levellers.
Common questions
What is the value of graders and levellers imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported graders and levellers worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply graders and levellers to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by China (34%) and Hong Kong (7%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of graders and levellers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $7.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of graders and levellers to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. The peak was 2022 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export graders and levellers?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $236 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zambia and Mozambique. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for graders and levellers?
The HS code for graders and levellers is subheading 8429.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
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