Key Market Indicators
Zambian imports of aromatics experienced a significant decline in 2018. The total import value dropped to roughly $390, down from approximately $1,550 in 2017. This represents a steep decrease of 75 percent compared to the previous year. Looking at a broader timeline, the demand for aromatics in Zambia has consistently waned. Since 2000, the country's imports in this category have plummeted by nearly 79 percent annually.