Paint thinner imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paint thinner by Zimbabwe reached $5.3 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $5.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 1.4K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports paint thinner from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.1M | 78% |
| Zambia | $844K | 16% |
| Mauritius | $144K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $107K | 2% |
| China | $31K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, 49% below the world average of $2.40, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe paint thinner imports (HS 3814): 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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported paint thinner worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Zambia (16%) and Mauritius (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 996% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $2.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paint thinner to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 243%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Zimbabwe all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
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