Injection molding machines imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $7.2 million of injection molding machines in 2024 (521 tonnes). Value rose 152% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $7.2M | 521 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 852 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 734 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 636 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 744 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 360 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 692 t |
| 2017 | $906K | 96 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports injection molding machines from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 69% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.0M | 69% |
| China | $1.8M | 25% |
| India | $181K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $175K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $43K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $5K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.78 per kg, 83% above the world average of $7.52. 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.
Injection molding machines exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported injection molding machines worth $3.0 million (718 tonnes). Zambia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.9M | 100% |
| South Africa | $9K | 0.3% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): 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 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported injection molding machines worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 521 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 152% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by China (25%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.78 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $7.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of injection molding machines to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $906 thousand in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 694%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export injection molding machines?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Africa and China. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. 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 8477 page.
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