Painters putty imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $4.1 million of painters putty in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $4.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.8K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports painters putty from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 83% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.4M | 83% |
| Netherlands | $377K | 9.3% |
| Germany | $87K | 2.1% |
| Botswana | $74K | 1.8% |
| China | $45K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $34K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $20K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $17K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, 67% below the world average of $3.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zimbabwe painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): 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 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported painters putty worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (9%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 417% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of painters putty to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 191%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
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