Mineral substances exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of mineral substances by Zimbabwe reached $839.4 million in 2024 (1.21 million tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 175 countries for exports of this product. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% 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 | $839.4M | 1.21M t |
| 2023 | $803.8M | 702.6K t |
| 2022 | $71.9M | 152.4K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 87.0K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 67.7K t |
| 2019 | $42.0M | 127.3K t |
| 2018 | $35.6M | 143.5K t |
| 2017 | $27.1M | 81.5K t |
Where Zimbabwe exports mineral substances to
China alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $791.3M | 94% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29.5M | 3.5% |
| Mozambique | $7.6M | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $3.2M | 0.4% |
| Slovenia | $2.4M | 0.3% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 0.1% |
| Canada | $346K | 0% |
| Belgium | $336K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2530
| 2530.90 | Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25 | 99% |
| 2530.10 | Perlite and vermiculite | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2530.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 116% 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.
Mineral substances imports to Zimbabwe
Imports of mineral substances by Zimbabwe reached $1.4 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 51% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $723K | 51% |
| South Africa | $646K | 46% |
| United Arab Emirates | $46K | 3.3% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe mineral substances exports (HS 2530): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 2530: Mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral substances exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported mineral substances worth $839.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.21 million tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 175 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral substances from Zimbabwe?
China was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($791.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (4%) and Mozambique (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral substances per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $0.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of mineral substances from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.1 million in 2017 to $839.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $232.8 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also import mineral substances?
Yes. Zimbabwe imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Zimbabwe is a net exporter of this product, by about $838.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral substances?
The HS code for mineral substances is heading 2530. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2530.90 (99% of the value) and 2530.10 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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