| Product Code: ETC10128576 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Zambia continued to witness a significant influx of steel drums and intermediate bulk container (IBC) import shipments, primarily sourced from top exporting countries such as South Africa, India, China, Japan, and Zimbabwe. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the industry experienced a declining compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -3.02% from 2020 to 2024. Furthermore, the growth rate for 2023-24 stood at -2.12%, suggesting a slight slowdown in imports during that period. Monitoring these trends can provide valuable insights for stakeholders in the sector.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Overview |
3.1 Zambia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Capacity, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Content, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growth in the manufacturing sector in Zambia leading to increased demand for steel drums and IBCs. |
4.2.2 Expansion of the agriculture industry in Zambia requiring efficient storage and transport solutions. |
4.2.3 Increase in exports and trade activities driving the need for reliable packaging solutions. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices impacting production costs. |
4.3.2 Lack of awareness among consumers about the benefits of steel drums and IBCs compared to alternatives. |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements affecting market entry and operations. |
5 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Trends |
6 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market, By Types |
6.1 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market, By Capacity |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Capacity, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Drums, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By IBCs, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market, By Content |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Solid, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Semi-Solid, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market, By End-Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Petroleum and Lubricants, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.4 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.5 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Inks and Dyes, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.6 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Food and Beverages, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.7 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Building and Construction, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.8 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.9 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average utilization rate of steel drums and IBCs in key industries in Zambia. |
8.2 Rate of adoption of sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions in the market. |
8.3 Percentage of manufacturers and distributors offering customization options for steel drums and IBCs. |
9 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Capacity, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Content, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Zambia Steel Drums and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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