Plastic-coated paper imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic-coated paper by Zimbabwe reached $15.6 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $21.0 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 | $15.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $21.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 900 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports plastic-coated paper from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (34%), Germany (26%), South Africa (18%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $5.3M | 34% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 26% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 14% |
| China | $972K | 6.3% |
| Eswatini | $95K | 0.6% |
| Ukraine | $67K | 0.4% |
| India | $23K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 26% above the world average of $2.78. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 plastic-coated paper imports (HS 4811.59): 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 4811.59: Paper and paperboard: coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), other than bleached and weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated paper imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported plastic-coated paper worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated paper to Zimbabwe?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Germany (26%) and South Africa (18%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $2.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated paper to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 284%. The peak was 2023 at $21.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated paper?
The HS code for plastic-coated paper is subheading 4811.59. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4811 page.
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