Key Market Indicators
Zimbabwean asbestos imports are projected to reach 1.2 million kilograms by 2026, a 5.1% decrease from 2021's 1.6 million kilograms. Since 2006, Zimbabwe's demand for asbestos has grown at a rate of 43% annually. In 2021, the country ranked 14th in the world for imports of the material. The Philippines surpassed Zimbabwe in 2021 to become the leading importer, with 1.6 million kilograms. China, Indonesia, and Myanmar were the second, third, and fourth leading importers, respectively.
