Rolling mill parts imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rolling mill parts by Zimbabwe reached $2.5 million in 2024 (222 tonnes). Value rose 141% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 74% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.1 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 | $2.5M | 222 t |
| 2023 | $1.0M | 129 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 246 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 311 t |
| 2020 | $225K | 189 t |
| 2019 | $76K | 22 t |
| 2018 | $138K | 87 t |
| 2017 | $53K | 11 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports rolling mill parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+884% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 61% |
| India | $979K | 39% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.23 per kg, 23% above the world average of $9.12. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe rolling mill parts imports (HS 8455.90): 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 8455.90: Metal-rolling mills: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of rolling mill parts imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported rolling mill parts worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 222 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 141% on 2023.
Which countries supply rolling mill parts to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by India (39%) and Br. Virgin Isds (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 884% on the year.
What is the average import price of rolling mill parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.23 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $9.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rolling mill parts to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rolling mill parts?
The HS code for rolling mill parts is subheading 8455.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8455 page.
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