Perfume imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported perfume worth $2.3 million (696 tonnes). That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $2.3M | 696 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 466 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 300 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 363 t |
| 2020 | $658K | 118 t |
| 2019 | $175K | 27 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 157 t |
| 2017 | $587K | 95 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports perfume from
The largest suppliers were France (35%), United Arab Emirates (27%), South Africa (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $811K | 35% |
| United Arab Emirates | $616K | 27% |
| South Africa | $300K | 13% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $161K | 7% |
| Spain | $89K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $87K | 3.8% |
| China | $86K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $51K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $34K | 1.5% |
| Namibia | $22K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.30 per kg, 90% below the world average of $31.99, 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 perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported perfume worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 696 tonnes. That ranks it 155th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to Zimbabwe?
France was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($811 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (27%) and South Africa (13%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 338% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.30 per kg in 2024, 90% below the world average of $31.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of perfume to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $587 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 291%. The peak was 2023 at $2.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In Zimbabwe all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
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