Toilet paper and tissues imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $11.2 million of toilet paper and tissues in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $11.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 2.2K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports toilet paper and tissues from
South Africa alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $10.2M | 91% |
| China | $386K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $213K | 1.9% |
| Botswana | $203K | 1.8% |
| Zambia | $76K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $32K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.1% |
| United States | $11K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4818
| 4818.10 | Toilet paper | 72% |
| 4818.90 | Paper and cellulose articles (other) | 21% |
| 4818.20 | Facial tissues and paper towels | 4.9% |
| 4818.30 | Paper tablecloths and napkins | 1.8% |
| 4818.50 | Paper clothing and accessories | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.94 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
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 toilet paper and tissues imports (HS 4818): 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 4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of toilet paper and tissues imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported toilet paper and tissues worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply toilet paper and tissues to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by China (3%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of toilet paper and tissues per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.94 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toilet paper and tissues to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for toilet paper and tissues?
The HS code for toilet paper and tissues is heading 4818. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 4818.10 (72% of the value) and 4818.90 (21%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Zimbabwe. Tell us your product to see it live.
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