Methanol imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of methanol by Zimbabwe reached $5.5 million in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). That is 275% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 84% 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 | $5.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $44K | 42 t |
| 2021 | $53K | 45 t |
| 2020 | $28K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $11K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $50K | 4 t |
| 2017 | $78K | 46 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports methanol from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.5M | 100% |
| China | $17K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.52 per kg, 62% above the world average of $0.32. 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 methanol imports (HS 2905.11): 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 2905.11: Alcohols: saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol).
Common questions
What is the value of methanol imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported methanol worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 275% on 2023.
Which countries supply methanol to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by China (0%) and Austria (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of methanol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.52 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $0.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of methanol to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78 thousand in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $903 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for methanol?
The HS code for methanol is subheading 2905.11. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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