Hydraulic cylinders imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.6 million of hydraulic cylinders in 2024 (128 tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $3.6M | 128 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 109 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 80 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 96 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 95 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 77 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 53 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 71 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports hydraulic cylinders from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.2M | 60% |
| China | $1.0M | 29% |
| Ireland | $98K | 2.7% |
| Finland | $70K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $63K | 1.7% |
| United States | $41K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $33K | 0.9% |
| France | $25K | 0.7% |
| India | $18K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.26 per kg, 116% above the world average of $13.11. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe hydraulic cylinders imports (HS 8412.21): 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 8412.21: Engines: hydraulic power engines and motors, linear acting (cylinders).
Common questions
What is the value of hydraulic cylinders imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported hydraulic cylinders worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128 tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydraulic cylinders to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by China (29%) and Ireland (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 511% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydraulic cylinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.26 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $13.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hydraulic cylinders to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydraulic cylinders?
The HS code for hydraulic cylinders is subheading 8412.21. 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 8412 page.
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