Engine parts imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of engine parts by Ethiopia reached $6.8 million in 2024 (521 tonnes). Value fell 33% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $38.5 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 | $6.8M | 521 t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 695 t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 506 t |
| 2021 | $38.5M | 943 t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 899 t |
| 2019 | $13.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 749 t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 829 t |
Where Ethiopia imports engine parts from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), India (21%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 40% |
| India | $1.4M | 21% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 15% |
| Japan | $547K | 8.1% |
| Austria | $177K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $159K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $127K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $90K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $82K | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $80K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8409
| 8409.99 | Diesel engine parts | 64% |
| 8409.91 | Gasoline engine parts | 33% |
| 8409.10 | Aircraft engine parts | 3.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8409.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.98 per kg, close to the world average of $13.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 8409: Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading no. 8407 or 8408.
Common questions
What is the value of engine parts imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported engine parts worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 521 tonnes. That ranks it 149th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply engine parts to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (21%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average import price of engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.98 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $13.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of engine parts to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2021 at $38.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for engine parts?
The HS code for engine parts is heading 8409. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 8409.99 (64% of the value) and 8409.91 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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