Low silicon ferro-silicon imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.0 million of low silicon ferro-silicon in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, 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 | $3.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 913 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $974K | 816 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 878 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports low silicon ferro-silicon from
South Africa alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 80% |
| China | $527K | 17% |
| India | $71K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.26 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.73, 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.
Low silicon ferro-silicon exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $454 thousand (884 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $454K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe low silicon ferro-silicon imports (HS 7202.29): 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 7202.29: Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon.
Common questions
What is the value of low silicon ferro-silicon imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 119 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply low silicon ferro-silicon to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (17%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of low silicon ferro-silicon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of low silicon ferro-silicon to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. The peak was 2023 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export low silicon ferro-silicon?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $454 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon?
The HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon is subheading 7202.29. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 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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