Rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) by Zimbabwe reached $6.7 million in 2024 (711 tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.3 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 | $6.7M | 711 t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 526 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 485 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 631 t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 538 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 399 t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 393 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 115 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports rock drill bits (non-cermet) from
South Africa alone supplied 81% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.4M | 81% |
| China | $891K | 13% |
| Ireland | $95K | 1.4% |
| India | $87K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $54K | 0.8% |
| United States | $50K | 0.8% |
| Botswana | $16K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $13K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $12K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $12K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.37 per kg, 44% below the world average of $16.65, 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.
Rock drill bits (non-cermet) exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $276 thousand of rock drill bits (non-cermet) in 2024 (5 tonnes). South Africa alone took 98% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $271K | 98% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports (HS 8207.19): 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits (non-cermet) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 711 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by China (13%) and Ireland (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.37 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $16.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 138%. The peak was 2021 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $276 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Mozambique and Zambia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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