Liquefied natural gas imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.3 million of liquefied natural gas in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). That is 476% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 55% 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 | $3.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $568K | 778 t |
| 2022 | $1.0M | 985 t |
| 2021 | $95K | 103 t |
| 2020 | $85K | 203 t |
| 2019 | $228K | 315 t |
| 2018 | $136K | 181 t |
| 2017 | $153K | 220 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports liquefied natural gas from
South Africa alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+504% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.2M | 98% |
| Zambia | $44K | 1.3% |
| Mozambique | $18K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 58% above the world average of $0.57. 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 liquefied natural gas imports (HS 2711.11): 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 2711.11: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas.
Common questions
What is the value of liquefied natural gas imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported liquefied natural gas worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 123 countries worldwide. The value was up 476% on 2023.
Which countries supply liquefied natural gas to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Zambia (1%) and Mozambique (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 504% on the year.
What is the average import price of liquefied natural gas per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $0.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of liquefied natural gas to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $153 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $693 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for liquefied natural gas?
The HS code for liquefied natural gas is subheading 2711.11. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2711 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Zimbabwe, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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