Infant formula imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported infant formula worth $3.7 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.1 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 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 561 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 473 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 544 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 436 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 512 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports infant formula from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.5M | 95% |
| Zambia | $133K | 3.7% |
| France | $28K | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $7K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.39 per kg, 61% below the world average of $8.59, 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.
Infant formula exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported infant formula worth $394 thousand (50 tonnes). Zambia alone took 57% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $224K | 57% |
| Mozambique | $170K | 43% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe infant formula imports (HS 1901.10): 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 1901.10: Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of infant formula imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported infant formula worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 136th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply infant formula to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Zambia (4%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average import price of infant formula per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.39 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $8.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of infant formula to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2019 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export infant formula?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $394 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia and Mozambique. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for infant formula?
The HS code for infant formula is subheading 1901.10. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1901 page.
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