Paper machinery imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported paper machinery worth $4.2 million (741 tonnes). That is 286% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $4.2M | 741 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 187 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 497 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 400 t |
| 2020 | $235K | 38 t |
| 2019 | $414K | 26 t |
| 2018 | $290K | 42 t |
| 2017 | $695K | 28 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports paper machinery from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+644% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.4M | 80% |
| United Kingdom | $445K | 11% |
| China | $354K | 8.4% |
| Sweden | $20K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.3% |
| United States | $10K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8439
| 8439.10 | Pulp making machinery | 47% |
| 8439.99 | Paper and paperboard machinery parts | 43% |
| 8439.30 | Paper finishing machinery | 4.5% |
| 8439.20 | Paper making machinery | 4.4% |
| 8439.91 | Pulp machinery parts | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8439.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.70 per kg, 64% below the world average of $15.71, 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 paper machinery imports (HS 8439): 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 8439: Machinery; for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material, or for making or finishing paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper machinery imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported paper machinery worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 741 tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 286% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper machinery to Zimbabwe?
India was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (11%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 644% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.70 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $15.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper machinery to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $695 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 507%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper machinery?
The HS code for paper machinery is heading 8439. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8439.10 (47% of the value) and 8439.99 (43%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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