Shovels and loaders (other) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of shovels and loaders (other) by Zimbabwe reached $50.6 million in 2024 (13.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $65.8 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 | $50.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $65.8M | 15.0K t |
| 2022 | $61.4M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $35.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $21.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $21.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $30.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $17.2M | 3.0K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports shovels and loaders (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $32.5M | 64% |
| China | $9.0M | 18% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 4.4% |
| Tanzania | $2.0M | 3.9% |
| Mozambique | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $775K | 1.5% |
| India | $695K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $342K | 0.7% |
| Botswana | $294K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $275K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 40% below the world average of $6.43, 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.
Shovels and loaders (other) exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported shovels and loaders (other) worth $1.7 million (331 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (49%), Botswana (48%), South Africa (2%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+601% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $834K | 49% |
| Botswana | $825K | 49% |
| South Africa | $43K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe shovels and loaders (other) imports (HS 8429.59): 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 8429.59: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.
Common questions
What is the value of shovels and loaders (other) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $50.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply shovels and loaders (other) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($32.5 million), followed by China (18%) and Hong Kong (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of shovels and loaders (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of shovels and loaders (other) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.2 million in 2017 to $50.6 million in 2024, an increase of 194%. The peak was 2023 at $65.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export shovels and loaders (other)?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Botswana and South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $48.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for shovels and loaders (other)?
The HS code for shovels and loaders (other) is subheading 8429.59. 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 8429 page.
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