Unbleached kraft linerboard imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported unbleached kraft linerboard worth $7.4 million (8.8 thousand tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.9 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 | $7.4M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 10.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 19.0K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 19.1K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 10.7K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports unbleached kraft linerboard from
South Africa alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.1M | 96% |
| Vietnam | $160K | 2.2% |
| Botswana | $118K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $30K | 0.4% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.84 per kg, 38% above the world average of $0.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 unbleached kraft linerboard imports (HS 4804.11): 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 4804.11: Kraft paper and paperboard: kraftliner, uncoated, unbleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached kraft linerboard imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported unbleached kraft linerboard worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached kraft linerboard to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Vietnam (2%) and Botswana (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 509% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached kraft linerboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of unbleached kraft linerboard to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2018 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached kraft linerboard?
The HS code for unbleached kraft linerboard is subheading 4804.11. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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