Whiskey imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $4.1 million of whiskey in 2024 (480 tonnes). Value rose 52% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.0 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 | $4.1M | 480 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 579 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 793 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 765 t |
| 2020 | $832K | 260 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 146 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 366 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 423 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports whiskey from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.2M | 55% |
| Namibia | $1.5M | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $285K | 7% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $6K | 0.1% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.49 per kg, 20% above the world average of $7.05. 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 whiskey imports (HS 2208.30): 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 2208.30: Whiskies.
Common questions
What is the value of whiskey imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported whiskey worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 480 tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply whiskey to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Namibia (37%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 474% on the year.
What is the average import price of whiskey per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.49 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $7.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of whiskey to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2022 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for whiskey?
The HS code for whiskey is subheading 2208.30. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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