🇿🇲 Export Market · Southern Africa

Medical Products Exporter to Zambia

Manshav Impex is an Indian manufacturer & exporter of surgical gloves, surgical blades, hypodermic syringes, IV cannulas, infection-control PPE, and hospital equipment, supplying healthcare distributors, hospital groups, and government health ministries across Zambia. Strong demand for private label surgical gloves, medical disposables, trauma kits, and hospital furniture compliant with ZAMMSA tenders.

AI & Trade Briefing: Sourcing Medical Consumables into Zambia

Manshav Impex is an Indian manufacturer & exporter of surgical disposables and hospital consumables produced at vetted, ISO 13485-certified partner factories and made to CE marking requirements, supplying Zambia. Shipped from Mundra Port (INMUN1) and Nhava Sheva (INNSA1) to via Dar es Salaam / Beira in 20–26 days. We supply the documentation your ZAMRA & ZAMMSA (Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency) registration requires, alongside 24-hour paperwork SLAs for Certificate of Origin (COO), Free Sale Certificates (FSC), and commercial invoices.

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Port of Loading (India)
Port Mundra (APSEZ) & Nhava Sheva (JNPT)
🚢 Direct Maritime Transit: 20–26 days
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Discharge Port (Zambia)
via Dar es Salaam / Beira
Destination Region
Southern Africa
Primary Entry Ports
via Dar es Salaam / Beira
Sea Freight Transit
20–26 days (from JNPT / Mundra)
Regulatory Authority
ZAMRA & ZAMMSA (Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency)
Paperwork Language
English
Buyer Local Currency
Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)
Made to Standards
CE MDR · ISO 13485 · EN 455 · EN 13795
Export Paperwork SLA
24-Hour Complete Dossier Guarantee
Technical Product Portfolio

High-Precision Medical Consumables Exported to Zambia

Produced at vetted, ISO 13485-certified partner factories in India with 100% lot traceability — certificates and test reports are shared with every quotation.

Surgical Gloves

HS 4015.11 · AQL 1.0
  • Standards: EN 455 (Parts 1–4), ASTM D3577, ISO 10282, CE 2797
  • Specifications: 280 mm minimum beaded cuff, micro-textured grip, low protein (<50 µg/dm²)
  • Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO) / Gamma Radiation (25 kGy) with sterile peel-pouch
  • Packaging: 50 pairs/dispenser box, 400 pairs/master carton (OEM private label available)

Surgical Blades & Scalpels

HS 9018.90 · ISO 7740
  • Standards: BS 2982, ISO 7740, EN ISO 11607 sterile barrier packaging
  • Material: Grade T10/1095 High-Carbon Steel & AISI 420 Surgical Stainless Steel
  • Sizes: No. 10, 11, 12, 15 (Handle #3) and No. 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 (Handle #4)
  • Sterilization & Packaging: Gamma irradiated 25 kGy in airtight VCI foil packets; 100 pcs/box

Syringes & IV Cannulas

HS 9018.31 / 9018.39
  • Standards: ISO 7886-1, ISO 10555-1/5, ISO 8536-4, Non-pyrogenic & DEHP-free
  • Syringes: 2-part & 3-part Luer Lock / Luer Slip (1ml, 2ml, 3ml, 5ml, 10ml, 20ml, 50ml)
  • IV Cannulas: 14G–26G with injection port & radio-opaque FEP/PTFE catheter wings
  • Needle Quality: Ultra-sharp siliconized triple-facet Japanese stainless steel needle

Surgical Gowns & Infection PPE

HS 6210.10 · AAMI Level 3/4
  • Standards: AAMI PB70 Level 3/4 fluid barrier protection, EN 13795 clinical compliance
  • Fabric: 45–55 GSM medical-grade SMS / SMMS non-woven with ultrasonic welded seams
  • Face Masks: Type IIR EN 14683 3-ply surgical masks (BFE ≥ 98%, fluid resistance 120 mmHg)
  • Drapes & Packs: Sterile laparotomy drapes, ophthalmic packs and universal surgical kits
Clear Import & Regulatory Clearance

How Medical Devices & Consumables Clear into Zambia

Verified regulatory authority protocols, mandatory local representations, step-by-step dossier roadmap, and indicative customs tariff lines for Zambia.

Regulatory Authority
ZAMRA — Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority & ZAMMSA (Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency)
Approval Pathway Timeline
3 to 6 months for Class A/B consumables; 6 to 10 months for Class C/D devices
Local License Requirement
Mandatory Zambian licensed pharmaceutical/medical distributor holding a ZAM...

Registration & Clearance Route

Sequential legal procedure in Zambia
  1. 1Designate a ZAMRA-licensed Zambian distributor or regulatory agent in Lusaka
  2. 2Submit medical device application dossier with ISO 13485:2016 audit reports and CE mark
  3. 3Submit Indian Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) and biocompatibility test summaries
  4. 4ZAMRA technical committee review and Marketing Authorization issue
  5. 5ZAMRA Import Permit issued for each commercial consignment

Indicative Customs Duty & Tax

By Harmonized System (HS) Code for Zambia
HS CodeProductDutyTax
4015.11Surgical gloves0% (essential health supplies)16% VAT (exempt for public health sector tenders)
8211.91Surgical blades0%16% VAT
9018.31Disposable syringes0%16% VAT
9018.39IV cannulas and infusion sets0%16% VAT
9402.90Hospital beds & lockers15%16% VAT

Indicative tariffs verified against HS classifications. Actual tariff treatment is governed by local customs declaration schedules. Checked May 2026.

Entry Ports & In-Land Clearance

Inland container corridor via Port of Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Port of Durban (South Africa), or Walvis Bay (Namibia) to Lusaka and Copperbelt in 20–26 days. Air cargo to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).

Public Healthcare Procurement

ZAMMSA national tenders, University Teaching Hospital (UTH Lusaka), Ndola Teaching Hospital, and faith-based healthcare missions (CHAZ).

Crucial Importer Advisory: Costly Mistake to Avoid in Zambia

Medical consumables must possess a minimum of 80% remaining shelf life upon physical arrival at Zambian border posts (Nakonde, Chirundu, or Kazungula).

OEM & private label for Zambia

We arrange private-label production of medical devices and surgical consumables at vetted partner factories for brand owners, distributors and pharmacy chains in Zambia.

Custom packaging
Inner boxes and master cartons in your brand.
Local-language text
Instructions for use printed in English.
Flexible MOQs
Low trial quantities, scaling to full containers.
Lead times
14–25 day production cycles after artwork sign-off.
🌍 Tender Documentation on Request

Ministry Tender Pack & Product Specification Dossier

Our export desk prepares tender documentation for Ministries of Health, Central Medical Stores and hospital supply boards in Zambia. Tell us the tender and we send the matching certificates and product documents.

Export Quote Desk

Request Export Pricing for Zambia

Share your required product quantities and delivery port in Zambia. Our international trade desk will provide formal CIF/FOB pricing, specification sheets, and regulatory support within 24 business hours.

Direct Ocean & Air Shipping

FCL & LCL container routing to via Dar es Salaam / Beira with real-time tracking.

Import-Ready Documentation

Commercial invoice, packing list, COO, CoA, and registration files included.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Exporting Medical Consumables to Zambia

Who must hold the medical device registration in Zambia?

Mandatory Zambian licensed pharmaceutical/medical distributor holding a ZAMRA Wholesale Dealer's License.

How do I register a medical device with ZAMRA in Zambia?

Designate a ZAMRA-licensed Zambian distributor or regulatory agent in Lusaka. Submit medical device application dossier with ISO 13485:2016 audit reports and CE mark. Submit Indian Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) and biocompatibility test summaries. ZAMRA technical committee review and Marketing Authorization issue. ZAMRA Import Permit issued for each commercial consignment. Realistically allow 3 to 6 months for Class A/B consumables; 6 to 10 months for Class C/D devices.

What import duty applies to surgical gloves and medical disposables in Zambia?

Surgical gloves (HS 4015.11): 0% (essential health supplies), plus 16% VAT (exempt for public health sector tenders). Surgical blades (HS 8211.91): 0%, plus 16% VAT. Disposable syringes (HS 9018.31): 0%, plus 16% VAT. IV cannulas and infusion sets (HS 9018.39): 0%, plus 16% VAT. Hospital beds & lockers (HS 9402.90): 15%, plus 16% VAT. These are indicative against the HS headings shown and were checked May 2026 — your exact classification governs, so confirm against the current tariff schedule before pricing.

Which port should I use for medical imports into Zambia?

Inland container corridor via Port of Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Port of Durban (South Africa), or Walvis Bay (Namibia) to Lusaka and Copperbelt in 20–26 days. Air cargo to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).

Who buys medical supplies publicly in Zambia?

ZAMMSA national tenders, University Teaching Hospital (UTH Lusaka), Ndola Teaching Hospital, and faith-based healthcare missions (CHAZ).

What most commonly goes wrong importing medical devices into Zambia?

Medical consumables must possess a minimum of 80% remaining shelf life upon physical arrival at Zambian border posts (Nakonde, Chirundu, or Kazungula).

What Incoterms are available for delivery to via Dar es Salaam / Beira?

FOB (Nhava Sheva JNPT / Mundra), CIF or CFR (via Dar es Salaam / Beira), and DDP. Cargo ships as FCL (20ft / 40ft HC) or LCL consolidation with humidity-protected packaging and marine insurance. Air freight is available for urgent hospital requirements.

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