Tanker trailers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tanker trailers was worth $1.54 billion in 2024, about 253.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 61% since 2017, and down 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.54B | 253.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.62B | 255.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.42B | 238.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.22B | 258.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.05B | 205.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.23B | 219.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.22B | 190.3K t |
| 2017 | $957.1M | 184.5K t |
Top tanker trailers exporting countries
Mexico is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by China and Germany. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 112 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $325.9M | 21% |
| China | $242.9M | 16% |
| Germany | $126.9M | 8.3% |
| United States | $109.8M | 7.1% |
| Turkey | $107.6M | 7% |
| South Africa | $67.6M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $65.5M | 4.3% |
| France | $60.7M | 4% |
| Belgium | $58.2M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $51.1M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $38.3M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $35.8M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Canada and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 34% across 189 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $291.7M | 19% |
| Canada | $159.1M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $65.1M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $63.9M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $53.6M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $43.3M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $37.5M | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $37.1M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $36.8M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $29.0M | 1.9% |
| Tanzania | $28.0M | 1.8% |
| Romania | $25.3M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.06 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $9.99 per kg and China $3.07 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Tanker trailers (HS 8716.31) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8716.31: Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers. HS 8716 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tanker trailers?
Mexico exported $325.9 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and Germany (8%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tanker trailers?
The United States imported $291.7 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Canada (10%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tanker trailers?
It was worth $1.54 billion in 2024, about 253.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 61% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.62 billion. 112 countries reported exports and 189 reported imports.
What is the average price of tanker trailers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.06 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $9.99 per kg and China $3.07 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for tanker trailers?
The HS code for tanker trailers is subheading 8716.31, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8716 page.
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