Spirits (other types) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $2.9 million of spirits (other types) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 84% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.7 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 | $2.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 987 t |
| 2020 | $565K | 280 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 136 t |
| 2018 | $934K | 200 t |
| 2017 | $475K | 118 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports spirits (other types) from
South Africa alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.7M | 60% |
| China | $1.0M | 35% |
| Poland | $68K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $62K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 61% below the world average of $5.34, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zimbabwe spirits (other types) imports (HS 2208.90): 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 2208.90: Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits (other types) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported spirits (other types) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits (other types) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (35%) and Poland (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 45% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $5.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of spirits (other types) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $475 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 507%. The peak was 2019 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits (other types)?
The HS code for spirits (other types) is subheading 2208.90. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
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