High voltage switch imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high voltage switch by Zimbabwe reached $10.3 million in 2024 (652 tonnes). That is 52% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $10.3M | 652 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 709 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 1,000 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 860 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 182 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 331 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 179 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 261 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports high voltage switch from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+226% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 70% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 21% |
| India | $339K | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $318K | 3.1% |
| Bahrain | $134K | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | $119K | 1.2% |
| Serbia | $25K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $12K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8535
| 8535.21 | Medium voltage circuit breakers | 68% |
| 8535.30 | High voltage switches | 11% |
| 8535.29 | High voltage circuit breakers | 7.6% |
| 8535.40 | Lightning arresters and surge suppressors | 6.1% |
| 8535.90 | High voltage apparatus (other) | 5.4% |
| 8535.10 | High voltage fuses | 2.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8535.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.85 per kg, 42% below the world average of $27.55, 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.
High voltage switch exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported high voltage switch worth $240 thousand (331 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $202K | 84% |
| Malawi | $33K | 14% |
| Sudan | $5K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe high voltage switch imports (HS 8535): 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 8535: Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits; for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of high voltage switch imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported high voltage switch worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 652 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply high voltage switch to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by South Africa (21%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 896% on the year.
What is the average import price of high voltage switch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.85 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $27.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of high voltage switch to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export high voltage switch?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $240 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malawi and Sudan. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for high voltage switch?
The HS code for high voltage switch is heading 8535. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8535.21 (68% of the value) and 8535.30 (11%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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