Plastic molding machine imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported plastic molding machine worth $21.5 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 42% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $21.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 321 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports plastic molding machine from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (34%), China (30%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.3M | 34% |
| China | $6.5M | 30% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 10% |
| India | $1.6M | 7.5% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Taiwan | $503K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $389K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $302K | 1.4% |
| Mauritius | $219K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $213K | 1% |
Product types under HS 8477
| 8477.10 | Injection molding machines | 33% |
| 8477.30 | Blow molding machines | 22% |
| 8477.80 | Rubber and plastic working machinery | 14% |
| 8477.90 | Molding machine parts | 13% |
| 8477.59 | Plastic molding machines (other types) | 8.4% |
| 8477.20 | Plastic and rubber extruders | 8.1% |
| 8477.40 | Thermoforming and vacuum molding machines | 0.8% |
| 8477.51 | Tire molding and retreading machines | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8477.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.52 per kg, 32% below the world average of $13.91, 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.
Plastic molding machine exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of plastic molding machine by Zimbabwe reached $3.3 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 89% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.9M | 89% |
| Luxembourg | $198K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $145K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.5% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe plastic molding machine imports (HS 8477): 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 8477: Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic molding machine imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported plastic molding machine worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic molding machine to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by China (30%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic molding machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.52 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $13.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic molding machine to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 215%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export plastic molding machine?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic molding machine?
The HS code for plastic molding machine is heading 8477. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8477.10 (33% of the value) and 8477.30 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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