Pesticide imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pesticide by Zimbabwe reached $94.8 million in 2024 (14.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $136.9 million.
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 | $94.8M | 14.1K t |
| 2023 | $95.2M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $98.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2021 | $136.9M | 13.8K t |
| 2020 | $95.3M | 13.2K t |
| 2019 | $85.1M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $127.8M | 13.1K t |
| 2017 | $56.3M | 9.7K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports pesticide from
Most of the value came from South Africa (31%), China (23%), Lebanon (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $29.0M | 31% |
| China | $21.8M | 23% |
| Lebanon | $16.9M | 18% |
| Hong Kong | $6.1M | 6.5% |
| Switzerland | $5.5M | 5.8% |
| Mauritius | $3.6M | 3.8% |
| Kenya | $3.0M | 3.1% |
| Mozambique | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 3808
| 3808.93 | Herbicide | 45% |
| 3808.91 | Insecticide | 39% |
| 3808.92 | Fungicide | 9.2% |
| 3808.94 | Disinfectant | 3.4% |
| 3808.99 | Rodenticide | 1.3% |
| 3808.61 | Retail insecticide | 1.1% |
| 3808.62 | Bulk insecticide | 0.5% |
| 3808.59 | Pesticide formulation | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3808.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.75 per kg, close to the world average of $5.89.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pesticide exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported pesticide worth $1.1 million (405 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malawi (43%), Tanzania (33%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $465K | 43% |
| Tanzania | $356K | 33% |
| Zambia | $161K | 15% |
| South Africa | $32K | 2.9% |
| Botswana | $31K | 2.9% |
| Angola | $25K | 2.3% |
| Lesotho | $10K | 0.9% |
| Kenya | $4K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe pesticide imports (HS 3808): 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 3808: Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products, plant growth regulators, disinfectants and the like, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of pesticide imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported pesticide worth $94.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply pesticide to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($29.0 million), followed by China (23%) and Lebanon (18%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average import price of pesticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.75 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $5.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pesticide to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.3 million in 2017 to $94.8 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2021 at $136.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $98.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export pesticide?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Tanzania and Zambia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $93.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for pesticide?
The HS code for pesticide is heading 3808. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 3808.93 (45% of the value) and 3808.91 (39%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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