Pure sucrose imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pure sucrose by Zimbabwe reached $21.6 million in 2024 (23.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 67% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 170% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $64.5 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 | $21.6M | 23.5K t |
| 2023 | $64.5M | 67.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.7M | 18.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $445K | 523 t |
| 2019 | $28K | 30 t |
| 2018 | $8K | 12 t |
| 2017 | $21K | 8 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports pure sucrose from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $13.6M | 63% |
| Eswatini | $3.0M | 14% |
| South Africa | $2.4M | 11% |
| Zambia | $1.2M | 5.6% |
| Mauritius | $807K | 3.7% |
| Namibia | $382K | 1.8% |
| China | $138K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.92 per kg, 35% above the world average of $0.68. 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.
Pure sucrose exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported pure sucrose worth $1.2 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 64% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $778K | 64% |
| Madagascar | $429K | 36% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe pure sucrose imports (HS 1701.99): 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 1701.99: Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of pure sucrose imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported pure sucrose worth $21.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure sucrose to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by Eswatini (14%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 22% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure sucrose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.92 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure sucrose to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21 thousand in 2017 to $21.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $64.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export pure sucrose?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Madagascar and Belgium. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $20.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure sucrose?
The HS code for pure sucrose is subheading 1701.99. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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