Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes by Kenya reached $31.6 million in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). That is 28% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $50.3 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 | $31.6M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $44.1M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $50.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $48.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $42.7M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $35.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $42.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $46.0M | 6.8K t |
Where Kenya imports heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes from
Most of the value came from China (39%), Japan (29%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+477% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.4M | 39% |
| Japan | $9.1M | 29% |
| India | $3.6M | 11% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 9% |
| France | $1.6M | 5% |
| Germany | $810K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $551K | 1.7% |
| Brazil | $422K | 1.3% |
| Uganda | $84K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $49K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.62 per kg, 49% below the world average of $7.05, 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.
Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes exports from Kenya
Exports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes by Kenya reached $11.6 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (40%), Tanzania (23%), DR Congo (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+555% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $4.7M | 40% |
| Tanzania | $2.6M | 23% |
| DR Congo | $2.1M | 18% |
| Rwanda | $907K | 7.8% |
| South Sudan | $527K | 4.6% |
| Zambia | $407K | 3.5% |
| Republic of the Congo | $182K | 1.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $79K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $61K | 0.5% |
| Somalia | $58K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.23): 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 8704.23: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $31.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by Japan (29%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 477% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.62 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $7.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.0 million in 2017 to $31.6 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $50.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
Yes. Kenya exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and the DR Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
The HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes is subheading 8704.23. 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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