Gypsum imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gypsum by Zimbabwe reached $5.1 million in 2024 (38.2 thousand tonnes). That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% 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 | $5.1M | 38.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 24.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 16.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $483K | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $126K | 670 t |
| 2018 | $158K | 731 t |
| 2017 | $250K | 420 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports gypsum from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.9M | 78% |
| Zambia | $655K | 13% |
| Hong Kong | $213K | 4.2% |
| China | $174K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 0.9% |
| Oman | $32K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.3% |
| United States | $11K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2520
| 2520.10 | Gypsum: anhydrite | 61% |
| 2520.20 | Gypsum plaster | 39% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2520.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.13 per kg, 225% above the world average of $0.04. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gypsum exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of gypsum by Zimbabwe reached $4.4 million in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $4.2M | 97% |
| Malawi | $99K | 2.3% |
| Mozambique | $40K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe gypsum imports (HS 2520): 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 2520: Gypsum; anhydrite; plasters (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate), coloured or not, with or without small quantities of accelerators or retarders.
Common questions
What is the value of gypsum imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported gypsum worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply gypsum to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Zambia (13%) and Hong Kong (4%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of gypsum per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024, 225% above the world average of $0.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gypsum to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $250 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export gypsum?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. That compares with imports of $5.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gypsum?
The HS code for gypsum is heading 2520. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2520.10 (61% of the value) and 2520.20 (39%).
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