Zambia Trade Data
Zambia Import Export Data, Zambia Shipment Data
Zambia is Africa's second-largest copper producer, with refined copper and copper ores (HS 74, 26) accounting for over 70% of total export revenue. Major export destinations include Switzerland, China, Singapore, DR Congo, and South Africa. Key imports include petroleum (HS 27), machinery (HS 84), vehicles (HS 87), fertilizers (HS 31), and pharmaceutical products (HS 30). Zambia is a landlocked country that relies on trade corridors through Tanzania, Mozambique, and South Africa for access to seaports. Zambia applies HS 2022 with 8-digit codes under the Zambia Customs Tariff, administered by the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) – Customs, within the COMESA, SADC, AfCFTA, WTO framework. Trade figures on this page are based on Zambia's official national statistics, published after a full year of data has been collected and verified. For the latest 2026 shipment-level customs records, updated monthly as customs authorities release new filings, subscribe on the TradeInt platform.
Zambia Import Data
Zambia Mirror Data
Zambia Bill of Lading Data
Zambia Shipping Data
Zambia Importers Database
Zambia Traders Contacts
Zambia Import Trade Summary
Based on complete annual trade statistics. Weekly/Monthly-updated 2026 Zambia trade records available on TradeInt.
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What is Zambia's Top Import Product Sector based on Zambia trade data?
Zambia import data 2023 shows the country's import demand concentrated in Mineral Products (24.4%), based on verified Zambia trade data and shipment records provided by TradeInt. In 2023, Zambia as a global importer, ranks at 85 / 113, with a total import value of US$ 10.13B.
Top 3 Zambia Import Product Sector 2023:
Mineral Products
Imported at US$ 2.47B , accounting for 24.4% of total imports
Chemical Products
Imported at US$ 1.79B , accounting for 17.7% of total imports
Machines
Imported at US$ 1.60B , accounting for 15.8% of total imports
What are Zambia's recent 3 years of YoY change in import trade growth?
2023 vs 2022
Import trade grew by +12.3% , from US$ 9.02B to US$ 10.13B
2022 vs 2021
Import trade grew by +40.4% , from US$ 6.43B to US$ 9.02B
2021 vs 2020
Import trade grew by +11.4% , from US$ 5.77B to US$ 6.43B
2023 Zambia Imports
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What are Zambia top 3 import products by HS codes in 2023?
Top 1 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 27 (US$ 1.96B)
Top 2 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 87 (US$ 1.49B)
Top 3 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 84 (US$ 1.24B)
Who are Zambia top 3 import trade partners in 2023?
Top 1 Import Trade Partner 2023: South Africa (US$ 2.61B)
Top 2 Import Trade Partner 2023: China (US$ 1.65B)
Top 3 Import Trade Partner 2023: UAE (US$ 827.90M)
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Zambia Shipping Data & Logistics Records
How to use Zambia shipping data to track mining, agricultural, and regional distribution shipment volumes across sea, land, and air?
- Search shipping records by carrier, route, transport mode, origin, destination, and shipment period.
- Track shipment volumes and movements linked to Zambia's mining exports, agricultural trade, and regional distribution corridors.
- Monitor route-level shipping frequency to understand regional supply chain activity, cross-border flows, and freight momentum.
- Use shipping data to identify high-volume trade lanes, active product corridors, and stable logistics patterns.
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Zambia Southern Africa Shipping Insights & Trade Lane Analytics
How to use Zambia shipping data to analyse sector demand signals, regional trade links, and shipment performance?
- Visualise shipping activity by carrier, origin-destination pair, shipment volume, and time period across Southern African corridors.
- Compare trade lanes to understand how Zambia connects with nearby production and consumption markets.
- Detect shifts in mining-related freight, agricultural shipment patterns, and industrial logistics trends.
- Turn shipping records into planning insight for route prioritisation, sector targeting, and market benchmarking.
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Zambia Trading Company & Regional Distributor Intelligence
How to use Zambia shipping data to identify trading companies, distributors, and regional logistics partners?
- Discover companies linked to shipping records across Zambia's mining, agriculture, and distribution corridors where trader data is available.
- Track which entities appear in shipment records as buyers, suppliers, or regional distributors.
- Identify potential trade partners based on shipping lane presence, volume patterns, and cross-border activity.
- Support regional sales, sourcing, and partner development with shipping-based company intelligence.
Zambia Import Export Trade Data Coverage
Zambia Import Data
How can Zambia import data help businesses identify active importers, regional buyers, and mining and agricultural sourcing opportunities?
- Access detailed Zambia shipment records covering minerals, agricultural goods, industrial supplies, and consumer products.
- View traded product value, descriptions, and shipping details across mining, agriculture, and Southern African distribution corridors.
- Identify active importers and regional buyers operating in Zambia's Southern African trade network.
- Discover sourcing opportunities and buyer-supplier networks linked to mining, agricultural trade, and regional distribution flows.
Zambia Export Data
How can Zambia export data help businesses identify international buyers and track mining, agricultural, and regional export activity?
- Search by Zambia exporter names, potential buyers, and HS codes across mining, agricultural, and industrial product lines.
- Filter trade records by product descriptions, ports, and trade attributes tied to Southern African export corridors.
- Identify new international buyers and regional market opportunities for Zambia's mining and agricultural exports.
- Analyse Zambia's export flow, sector performance, and cross-border regional trading patterns.
Zambia Trade Data Analytics
How can Zambia trade data analytics uncover mining and agricultural trade trends, regional distribution, and Southern Africa market insights?
- Apply big data analysis on Zambia historical trade records across mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and consumer sectors.
- Track Zambia import-export trends by importer, exporter, and HS code for mining, agricultural, and regional distribution trade.
- Analyse YoY and MoM trade trends, product categories, and country ports linked to Southern African trade corridors.
- Evaluate country-wise trade flows and transport modes to understand regional distribution and cross-border supply chain patterns.
- Identify top-performing sectors and regional distribution opportunities in Zambia.
Advantages of Zambia Trade Data Intelligence & Trade Insights
2023 Zambia Imports
US $10.13B2023 Zambia Exports
US $10.48BWhat trade insights are included in Zambia import and export trade data?
Zambia trade data provides detailed shipment records, including importer/exporter names, HS codes, product descriptions, values, and ports, enabling accurate analysis of trade flows and partner identification.
How to find international buyers and suppliers using Zambia trade data?
Use Zambia import-export data to identify verified buyers and suppliers by filtering shipment records through HS codes, product keywords, and company names for targeted B2B prospecting.
How to analyse Zambia trade trends and market demand using Zambia trade data?
Zambia trade data analytics helps track import and export trends, monitor demand by HS code, evaluate top trading partners, and uncover market opportunities through insights from historical and near-real-time trade data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zambia Trade Data
What are the major import and export products of Zambia in 2023?
On the export side, the leading export product is Copper and articles thereof (HS 74) with a total export value of US$ 6.77B, contributing significantly to the total export value of US$ 10.48B. Key export categories also include Metals.
These product rankings help businesses understand market demand patterns, sourcing opportunities, and competitive strengths in Zambia. For more granular product-level analysis, additional ranking filters are available within the TradeInt platform.
You can also: Search import-export trade records by HS code, product name & company name