Motorcycles imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $36.9 million of motorcycles in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $79.7 million.
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 | $36.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $49.4M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $79.7M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $25.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $19.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $33.0M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $23.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 1.3K t |
Where Angola imports motorcycles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.6M | 69% |
| India | $8.3M | 23% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Indonesia | $459K | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $285K | 0.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $253K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $171K | 0.5% |
| United States | $134K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $125K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $122K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8711
| 8711.20 | Motorcycles 50-250cc | 85% |
| 8711.10 | Mopeds <50cc | 11% |
| 8711.30 | Motorcycles 250-500cc | 1.4% |
| 8711.90 | Motorcycles (other types) | 1.2% |
| 8711.50 | Motorcycles >800cc | 1% |
| 8711.40 | Motorcycles 500-800cc | 0.7% |
| 8711.60 | Electric motorcycles | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8711.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.11 per kg, 72% below the world average of $14.85, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycles exports from Angola
Exports of motorcycles by Angola reached $417 thousand in 2024 (79 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $356K | 85% |
| Portugal | $27K | 6.5% |
| Zambia | $16K | 3.8% |
| Cuba | $5K | 1.3% |
| Namibia | $4K | 1% |
| Tunisia | $3K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.7% |
| Sao Tome and Principe | $2K | 0.6% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.3% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola motorcycles imports (HS 8711): 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 8711: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycles imported by Angola?
Angola imported motorcycles worth $36.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($25.6 million), followed by India (22%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.11 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $14.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of motorcycles to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $36.9 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2022 at $79.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.0 million a year.
Does Angola also export motorcycles?
Yes. Angola exported $417 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Portugal and Zambia. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $36.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles?
The HS code for motorcycles is heading 8711. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 8711.20 (84% of the value) and 8711.10 (11%).
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