Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle parts and accessories by Cameroon reached $64.2 million in 2024 (15.7 thousand tonnes). That is 36% 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 | $64.2M | 15.7K t |
| 2023 | $47.4M | 18.8K t |
| 2022 | $37.6M | 19.6K t |
| 2021 | $49.1M | 20.2K t |
| 2020 | $43.2M | 16.0K t |
| 2019 | $28.9M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $36.2M | 11.5K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 6.8K t |
Where Cameroon imports vehicle parts and accessories from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $47.6M | 74% |
| France | $5.7M | 8.9% |
| United States | $2.7M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 3% |
| Belgium | $996K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $774K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $765K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $635K | 1% |
| Germany | $565K | 0.9% |
| India | $515K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 46% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 30% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 8.3% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 4.8% |
| 8708.70 | Vehicle wheels | 2.9% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 2% |
| 8708.94 | Vehicle steering components | 1.8% |
| 8708.10 | Vehicle bumpers | 1.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.09 per kg, 58% below the world average of $9.69, 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.
Vehicle parts and accessories exports from Cameroon
Exports of vehicle parts and accessories by Cameroon reached $200 thousand in 2024 (85 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ecuador accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | $105K | 53% |
| Sweden | $24K | 12% |
| Central African Republic | $15K | 7.6% |
| Canada | $11K | 5.6% |
| Kenya | $10K | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 3.8% |
| Ireland | $6K | 3.1% |
| United States | $6K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 2.2% |
| Costa Rica | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $64.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($47.6 million), followed by France (9%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 81% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $9.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $64.2 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $41.9 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export vehicle parts and accessories?
Yes. Cameroon exported $200 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ecuador, Sweden and the Central African Republic. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $64.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (46% of the value) and 8708.29 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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