Spirits and liqueurs imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $15.9 million of spirits and liqueurs in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $15.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $13.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 2.0K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports spirits and liqueurs from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest (+926% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $11.1M | 70% |
| Namibia | $3.1M | 20% |
| China | $1.0M | 6.4% |
| United Kingdom | $319K | 2% |
| Germany | $156K | 1% |
| Poland | $68K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $62K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $14K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $11K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2208
| 2208.70 | Liqueurs and cordials | 30% |
| 2208.30 | Whiskey | 26% |
| 2208.90 | Spirits (other types) | 18% |
| 2208.20 | Brandy | 10% |
| 2208.50 | Gin | 9.5% |
| 2208.40 | Rum | 4.2% |
| 2208.60 | Vodka | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.88 per kg, 29% below the world average of $5.43, 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.
Spirits and liqueurs exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported spirits and liqueurs worth $272 thousand (138 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (43%), South Africa (41%), Botswana (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $118K | 43% |
| South Africa | $113K | 42% |
| Botswana | $27K | 9.9% |
| Egypt | $7K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.8% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe spirits and liqueurs imports (HS 2208): 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 2208: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits and liqueurs imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported spirits and liqueurs worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits and liqueurs to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Namibia (20%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 926% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits and liqueurs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $5.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirits and liqueurs to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2022 at $16.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export spirits and liqueurs?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $15.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits and liqueurs?
The HS code for spirits and liqueurs is heading 2208. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2208.70 (30% of the value) and 2208.30 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Zimbabwe, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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