Water pipe tobacco exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported water pipe tobacco worth $8.9 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 74 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 39% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 410% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 880 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 893 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $0K | - |
Where Zimbabwe exports water pipe tobacco to
One buyer market dominates: Mozambique accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $5.5M | 61% |
| Zambia | $2.5M | 28% |
| Botswana | $489K | 5.5% |
| Madagascar | $313K | 3.5% |
| Mauritius | $157K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.97 per kg, 30% below the world average of $8.48, 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.
Water pipe tobacco imports to Zimbabwe
Imports of water pipe tobacco by Zimbabwe reached $559 thousand in 2024 (46 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $558K | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe water pipe tobacco exports (HS 2403.11): 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 2403.11: Tobacco: smoking, water pipe tobacco as specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion.
Common questions
What is the value of water pipe tobacco exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported water pipe tobacco worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 74 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy water pipe tobacco from Zimbabwe?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Zambia (28%) and Botswana (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 296% on the year.
What is the average export price of water pipe tobacco per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.97 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $8.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of water pipe tobacco from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also import water pipe tobacco?
Yes. Zimbabwe imported $559 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey and South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for water pipe tobacco?
The HS code for water pipe tobacco is subheading 2403.11. It sits in HS chapter 24 (tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes; products, whether or not containing nicotine, intended for inhalation without combustion; other nicotine containing products intended for the intake of nicotine into the human body). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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