Sweet biscuits imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sweet biscuits by Zimbabwe reached $7.1 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 336% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $7.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 632 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 464 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 780 t |
| 2020 | $305K | 158 t |
| 2019 | $156K | 43 t |
| 2018 | $153K | 57 t |
| 2017 | $915K | 296 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports sweet biscuits from
One supplier dominates: Zambia accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+725% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $5.0M | 70% |
| South Africa | $2.2M | 30% |
| Mauritius | $7K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $2K | 0% |
| Ethiopia | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.02 per kg, 37% below the world average of $3.23, 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.
Sweet biscuits exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of sweet biscuits by Zimbabwe reached $3.5 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). South Africa alone took 52% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.8M | 52% |
| Botswana | $566K | 16% |
| Malawi | $460K | 13% |
| Zambia | $314K | 9.1% |
| Mozambique | $285K | 8.2% |
| Namibia | $42K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
| New Zealand | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe sweet biscuits imports (HS 1905.31): 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 1905.31: Food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of sweet biscuits imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported sweet biscuits worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 133rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 336% on 2023.
Which countries supply sweet biscuits to Zimbabwe?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by South Africa (30%) and Mauritius (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 725% on the year.
What is the average import price of sweet biscuits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.02 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $3.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sweet biscuits to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $915 thousand in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 682%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export sweet biscuits?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Botswana and Malawi. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweet biscuits?
The HS code for sweet biscuits is subheading 1905.31. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
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