Rigid PVC compounds imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported rigid pvc compounds worth $2.2 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 49% 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 | $2.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $669K | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $133K | 97 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports rigid pvc compounds from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+471% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 57% |
| South Africa | $768K | 35% |
| Hong Kong | $192K | 8.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.95 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.44, 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 rigid pvc compounds imports (HS 3904.21): 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 3904.21: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: non-plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of rigid pvc compounds imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported rigid pvc compounds worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 166 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply rigid pvc compounds to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by South Africa (35%) and Hong Kong (9%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 471% on the year.
What is the average import price of rigid pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rigid pvc compounds to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rigid pvc compounds?
The HS code for rigid pvc compounds is subheading 3904.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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