Rough wood exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported rough wood worth $6.3 million (17.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 36% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.3M | 17.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 15.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 15.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 19.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 16.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 24.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 6.0K t |
Where Zimbabwe exports rough wood to
One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $3.8M | 60% |
| China | $1.2M | 19% |
| Botswana | $601K | 9.5% |
| Mozambique | $550K | 8.7% |
| Malawi | $148K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $39K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 4403
| 4403.11 | Treated rough wood (coniferous) | 78% |
| 4403.49 | Tropical logs (other species) | 19% |
| 4403.26 | Softwood logs (small, other species) | 2.6% |
| 4403.12 | Treated rough wood (non-coniferous) | 0.3% |
| 4403.98 | Eucalyptus logs | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4403.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.36 per kg, 140% above the world average of $0.15. 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.
Rough wood imports to Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported rough wood worth $240 thousand (698 tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $155K | 64% |
| Mozambique | $55K | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $24K | 10% |
| China | $7K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe rough wood exports (HS 4403): 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 4403: Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared.
Common questions
What is the value of rough wood exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported rough wood worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 151 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough wood from Zimbabwe?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 60% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by China (19%) and Botswana (9%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 117% on the year.
What is the average export price of rough wood per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $0.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rough wood from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 216%. The peak was 2019 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also import rough wood?
Yes. Zimbabwe imported $240 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Mozambique and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Zimbabwe is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough wood?
The HS code for rough wood is heading 4403. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 4403.11 (78% of the value) and 4403.49 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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