Shovels and loaders (other) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $4.1 million (723 tonnes). Value fell 61% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.9 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 | $4.1M | 723 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 836 t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 785 t |
| 2017 | $11.0M | 1.6K t |
Where Qatar imports shovels and loaders (other) from
Most of the value came from Italy (41%), India (30%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.7M | 41% |
| India | $1.2M | 30% |
| China | $609K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $370K | 9% |
| Turkey | $109K | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $54K | 1.3% |
| Bahrain | $40K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.70 per kg, close to the world average of $6.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Shovels and loaders (other) exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $390 thousand of shovels and loaders (other) in 2024 (36 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $390K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar shovels and loaders (other) imports (HS 8429.59): 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 8429.59: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.
Common questions
What is the value of shovels and loaders (other) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 723 tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply shovels and loaders (other) to Qatar?
Italy was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by India (30%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average import price of shovels and loaders (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.70 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of shovels and loaders (other) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.0 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2019 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Qatar also export shovels and loaders (other)?
Yes. Qatar exported $390 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for shovels and loaders (other)?
The HS code for shovels and loaders (other) is subheading 8429.59. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
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