Iron and steel scrap exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported iron and steel scrap worth $12.7 million (46.3 thousand tonnes). That is 122% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 75% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.7M | 46.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 26.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 24.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 25.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $250K | 4.3K t |
Where Zimbabwe exports iron and steel scrap to
India alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+268% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $9.3M | 73% |
| South Africa | $3.3M | 26% |
| Mozambique | $110K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 7204
| 7204.49 | Other ferrous scrap | 62% |
| 7204.29 | Alloy steel scrap | 24% |
| 7204.10 | Cast iron scrap | 13% |
| 7204.21 | Stainless steel scrap | 0.6% |
| 7204.41 | Steel turnings and chips | 0.6% |
| 7204.30 | Tinned steel scrap | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 39% below the world average of $0.44, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zimbabwe iron and steel scrap exports (HS 7204): 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 7204: Ferrous waste and scrap; remelting scrap ingots of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of iron and steel scrap exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported iron and steel scrap worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 122% on 2023.
Which countries buy iron and steel scrap from Zimbabwe?
India was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and Mozambique (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 268% on the year.
What is the average export price of iron and steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $0.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of iron and steel scrap from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $250 thousand in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for iron and steel scrap?
The HS code for iron and steel scrap is heading 7204. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 7204.49 (62% of the value) and 7204.29 (24%).
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