Liquid and cream soap imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of liquid and cream soap by Zimbabwe reached $2.4 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 76% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.0 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 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 639 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports liquid and cream soap from
One supplier dominates: Kenya accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.2M | 51% |
| South Africa | $1.0M | 43% |
| Tanzania | $56K | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $43K | 1.8% |
| China | $23K | 1% |
| Zambia | $18K | 0.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $9K | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.65 per kg, 28% above the world average of $1.29. 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.
Liquid and cream soap exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of liquid and cream soap by Zimbabwe reached $2.8 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.8M | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe liquid and cream soap imports (HS 3401.20): 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 3401.20: Soap: in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid and cream soap imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported liquid and cream soap worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply liquid and cream soap to Zimbabwe?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by South Africa (43%) and Tanzania (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of liquid and cream soap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.65 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $1.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of liquid and cream soap to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2023 at $10.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export liquid and cream soap?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia and South Africa. That compares with imports of $2.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for liquid and cream soap?
The HS code for liquid and cream soap is subheading 3401.20. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3401 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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