Steel storage tanks imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel storage tanks by Angola reached $22.5 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 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 | $22.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 949 t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 1.7K t |
Where Angola imports steel storage tanks from
Most of the value came from China (32%), India (21%), Portugal (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 32% |
| India | $4.8M | 21% |
| Portugal | $3.5M | 15% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 14% |
| United States | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| Ireland | $624K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $475K | 2.1% |
| France | $359K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $340K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $250K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.47 per kg, close to the world average of $4.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel storage tanks exports from Angola
Angola exported $812 thousand of steel storage tanks in 2024 (539 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Namibia accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+624% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $409K | 50% |
| Netherlands | $124K | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $95K | 12% |
| United States | $79K | 9.7% |
| Egypt | $43K | 5.4% |
| Senegal | $35K | 4.3% |
| DR Congo | $11K | 1.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $11K | 1.3% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $2K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola steel storage tanks imports (HS 7309): 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 7309: Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated.
Common questions
What is the value of steel storage tanks imported by Angola?
Angola imported steel storage tanks worth $22.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel storage tanks to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by India (21%) and Portugal (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 299% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel storage tanks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.47 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $4.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel storage tanks to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $22.5 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.1 million a year.
Does Angola also export steel storage tanks?
Yes. Angola exported $812 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, the Netherlands and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $21.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel storage tanks?
The HS code for steel storage tanks is heading 7309. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7309.00. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7309 page.
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