Sauces and condiments imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $32.6 million of sauces and condiments in 2024 (16.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $32.6M | 16.7K t |
| 2023 | $29.9M | 15.8K t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 11.6K t |
| 2021 | $21.9M | 11.7K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $19.8M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 6.1K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports sauces and condiments from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $31.6M | 97% |
| China | $577K | 1.8% |
| India | $271K | 0.8% |
| France | $53K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $31K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $9K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0% |
| Japan | $3K | 0% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2103
| 2103.90 | Mixed seasonings | 96% |
| 2103.20 | Tomato sauce | 2.8% |
| 2103.10 | Soy sauce | 0.7% |
| 2103.30 | Prepared mustard | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2103.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.95 per kg, 26% below the world average of $2.62, 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.
Sauces and condiments exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $1.1 million of sauces and condiments in 2024 (567 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (49%), Zambia (23%), South Africa (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+395% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $538K | 49% |
| Zambia | $253K | 23% |
| South Africa | $197K | 18% |
| Botswana | $73K | 6.7% |
| Malawi | $23K | 2.1% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.2% |
| France | $2K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe sauces and condiments imports (HS 2103): 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 2103: Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard.
Common questions
What is the value of sauces and condiments imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported sauces and condiments worth $32.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply sauces and condiments to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($31.6 million), followed by China (2%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of sauces and condiments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.95 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $2.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sauces and condiments to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $32.6 million in 2024, an increase of 170%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.5 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export sauces and condiments?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zambia and South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $31.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sauces and condiments?
The HS code for sauces and condiments is heading 2103. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2103.90 (96% of the value) and 2103.20 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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