Plastic and rubber molds (other types) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $2.3 million of plastic and rubber molds (other types) in 2024 (197 tonnes). That is 104% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | 197 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 249 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 225 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 150 t |
| 2020 | $564K | 143 t |
| 2019 | $740K | 123 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 152 t |
| 2017 | $997K | 77 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports plastic and rubber molds (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 57% |
| South Africa | $537K | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $204K | 9% |
| Italy | $64K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $57K | 2.5% |
| India | $52K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $39K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $11K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.55 per kg, 48% below the world average of $22.20, 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 plastic and rubber molds (other types) imports (HS 8480.79): 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 8480.79: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber molds (other types) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported plastic and rubber molds (other types) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 197 tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 104% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by South Africa (24%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.55 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $22.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $997 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 129%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
The HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types) is subheading 8480.79. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8480 page.
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