Specialized machinery (other types) imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery (other types) by Rwanda reached $3.6 million in 2024 (69 tonnes). That is 82% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.1 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 | $3.6M | 69 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 174 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 39 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 125 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 55 t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 127 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 203 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 19 t |
Where Rwanda imports specialized machinery (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+542% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.3M | 64% |
| South Africa | $251K | 7% |
| China | $182K | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $151K | 4.2% |
| Portugal | $110K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $109K | 3% |
| Italy | $99K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 2.4% |
| United States | $77K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $58K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.86 per kg, 200% above the world average of $17.28. 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.
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The shipment records behind Rwanda specialized machinery (other types) imports (HS 8479.89): 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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 69 tonnes. That ranks it 143rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to Rwanda?
Germany was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by South Africa (7%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 547% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.86 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $17.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. The peak was 2019 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. 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 8479 page.
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