Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $9.0 million (655 tonnes). Value fell 52% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $18.8 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 | $9.0M | 655 t |
| 2023 | $18.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 284 t |
Where Rwanda imports vehicle parts and accessories from
Most of the value came from Belgium (35%), China (22%), Kenya (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+306% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.1M | 35% |
| China | $2.0M | 22% |
| Kenya | $1.3M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 13% |
| South Africa | $676K | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $179K | 2% |
| India | $174K | 1.9% |
| United States | $172K | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $76K | 0.9% |
| France | $65K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 66% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 11% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 6.3% |
| 8708.70 | Vehicle wheels | 3.7% |
| 8708.94 | Vehicle steering components | 2.9% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 2.7% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 2.2% |
| 8708.50 | Vehicle axles and differentials | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.69 per kg, 41% above the world average of $9.69. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 655 tonnes. That ranks it 165th of 226 countries worldwide. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Rwanda?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by China (22%) and Kenya (14%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.69 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $9.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 223%. The peak was 2023 at $18.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (66% of the value) and 8708.30 (11%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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