Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.9 million of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.9 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 | $3.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 672 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports steel prop and scaffolding from
South Africa alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+716% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.9M | 74% |
| China | $647K | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $321K | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $6K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.05, 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.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported steel prop and scaffolding worth $714 thousand (946 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $372K | 52% |
| Austria | $310K | 44% |
| Zambia | $32K | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (17%) and Hong Kong (8%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 716% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 221%. The peak was 2022 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $714 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Austria and Zambia. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
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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