Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes by Qatar reached $101.8 million in 2024 (9.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $101.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2023 | $125.7M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $101.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $109.6M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $62.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $16.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.2M | 1.2K t |
Where Qatar imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (31%), United States (30%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $31.4M | 31% |
| United States | $31.1M | 31% |
| Japan | $14.5M | 14% |
| Mexico | $14.3M | 14% |
| China | $3.9M | 3.9% |
| India | $2.4M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $792K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $670K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $664K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $492K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.79 per kg, close to the world average of $11.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $619 thousand of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (61 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $597K | 96% |
| Tanzania | $22K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar 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 Qatar?
Qatar imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $101.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Qatar?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($31.4 million), followed by the United States (30%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.79 per kg in 2024, 5% below 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 Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.2 million in 2017 to $101.8 million in 2024, an increase of 735%. The peak was 2023 at $125.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.2 million a year.
Does Qatar also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Qatar exported $619 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia and Tanzania. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $101.2 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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