Specialty coated paper imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialty coated paper by Zimbabwe reached $18.9 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $25.0 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 | $18.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $25.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $12.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 2.0K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports specialty coated paper from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (28%), Germany (26%), South Africa (24%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $5.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 26% |
| South Africa | $4.5M | 24% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 12% |
| China | $1.5M | 7.8% |
| Eswatini | $95K | 0.5% |
| Ukraine | $67K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $58K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $52K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $48K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4811
| 4811.59 | Plastic-coated paper | 82% |
| 4811.90 | Specialty coated paper (other types) | 8.5% |
| 4811.51 | Plastic-coated paper (heavy, bleached) | 4.9% |
| 4811.41 | Self-adhesive paper | 2.9% |
| 4811.49 | Gummed and adhesive paper | 1.1% |
| 4811.60 | Wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper | 0.2% |
| 4811.10 | Bituminized and tarred paper | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4811.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.17 per kg, 21% above the world average of $2.61. 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 specialty coated paper imports (HS 4811): 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 4811: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-coloured, decorated or printed, rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported specialty coated paper worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty coated paper to Zimbabwe?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Germany (26%) and South Africa (24%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty coated paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.17 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $2.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialty coated paper to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. The peak was 2023 at $25.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper?
The HS code for specialty coated paper is heading 4811. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 4811.59 (82% of the value) and 4811.90 (8%).
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