Puffed cereals imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported puffed cereals worth $2.4 million (905 tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.4M | 905 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 591 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 919 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 929 t |
| 2020 | $590K | 361 t |
| 2019 | $174K | 161 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 378 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports puffed cereals from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.4M | 59% |
| Zambia | $990K | 41% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, 23% below the world average of $3.46, 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 puffed cereals imports (HS 1904.10): 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 1904.10: Food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products.
Common questions
What is the value of puffed cereals imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported puffed cereals worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 905 tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply puffed cereals to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Zambia (41%) and Malawi (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of puffed cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $3.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of puffed cereals to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for puffed cereals?
The HS code for puffed cereals is subheading 1904.10. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1904 page.
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