Valve imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of valve by Zimbabwe reached $33.6 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 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 | $33.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $31.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $27.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $26.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $25.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 1.5K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports valve from
Most of the value came from South Africa (42%), China (31%), Hong Kong (10%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $14.0M | 42% |
| China | $10.5M | 31% |
| Hong Kong | $3.5M | 10% |
| India | $843K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $842K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $623K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $609K | 1.8% |
| Mauritius | $477K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $332K | 1% |
| United States | $329K | 1% |
Product types under HS 8481
| 8481.80 | Pipe and boiler control valves | 53% |
| 8481.30 | Check valves | 15% |
| 8481.40 | Safety and relief valves | 9.6% |
| 8481.20 | Hydraulic and pneumatic valves | 9.6% |
| 8481.90 | Valve and tap parts | 6.6% |
| 8481.10 | Pressure reducing valves | 5.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8481.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.54 per kg, 61% below the world average of $24.30, 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.
Valve exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $424 thousand of valve in 2024 (28 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+947% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $286K | 67% |
| Mozambique | $80K | 19% |
| United States | $22K | 5.1% |
| Malawi | $17K | 4% |
| Sudan | $12K | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $4K | 0.8% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe valve imports (HS 8481): 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 8481: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves.
Common questions
What is the value of valve imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported valve worth $33.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by China (31%) and Hong Kong (10%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.54 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $24.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of valve to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $33.6 million in 2024, an increase of 143%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.5 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export valve?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $424 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Mozambique and the United States. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $33.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve?
The HS code for valve is heading 8481. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8481.80 (53% of the value) and 8481.30 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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