Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes by Egypt reached $93.3 million in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $93.3M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $92.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $111.7M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $75.5M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $49.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $34.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $22.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $23.5M | 2.6K t |
Where Egypt imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Thailand (29%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.3M | 45% |
| Thailand | $26.6M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.4M | 9% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $3.8M | 4% |
| Japan | $3.7M | 4% |
| Romania | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| India | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| France | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Mexico | $353K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.18 per kg, 24% above the world average of $11.39. 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.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $725 thousand of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (51 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Sudan accounted for 67% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $93.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($42.3 million), followed by Thailand (29%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 278% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.18 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $11.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.5 million in 2017 to $93.3 million in 2024, an increase of 297%. The peak was 2022 at $111.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Egypt exported $725 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, Mauritania and the Netherlands. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $92.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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