Brake fluid imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported brake fluid worth $13.8 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 1.5K t |
Where Angola imports brake fluid from
Most of the value came from Portugal (29%), Belgium (29%), United Kingdom (21%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+577% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $4.0M | 29% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 21% |
| China | $668K | 4.8% |
| South Africa | $654K | 4.7% |
| France | $424K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $416K | 3% |
| United States | $318K | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $154K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $109K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.46 per kg, 35% above the world average of $3.30. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Angola brake fluid imports (HS 3819): 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 3819: Hydraulic brake fluids and other prepared liquids for hydraulic transmission, not containing or containing less than 70% by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of brake fluid imported by Angola?
Angola imported brake fluid worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply brake fluid to Angola?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Belgium (29%) and the United Kingdom (21%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 577% on the year.
What is the average import price of brake fluid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.46 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $3.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of brake fluid to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for brake fluid?
The HS code for brake fluid is heading 3819. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3819.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3819 page.
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