Tanker trailers exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $67.6 million of tanker trailers in 2024 (9.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 112 countries. That is 72% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67.6M | 9.7K t |
| 2023 | $39.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $50.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $44.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $52.0M | 9.0K t |
| 2018 | $50.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $34.1M | 6.1K t |
Where South Africa exports tanker trailers to
Most of it went to Zambia (41%), Botswana (12%), Namibia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $27.7M | 41% |
| Botswana | $8.2M | 12% |
| Namibia | $6.1M | 9% |
| Germany | $4.5M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 6.3% |
| Tanzania | $4.3M | 6.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.3M | 4.9% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 4.6% |
| Mozambique | $3.0M | 4.4% |
| Lesotho | $1.3M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.98 per kg, close to the world average of $6.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tanker trailers imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $4.9 million of tanker trailers in 2024 (396 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (41%), United Kingdom (33%), Turkey (10%). Among the main suppliers, Lesotho grew fastest (+350% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.0M | 41% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 33% |
| Turkey | $517K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $388K | 7.9% |
| Belgium | $131K | 2.6% |
| China | $93K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $59K | 1.2% |
| India | $43K | 0.9% |
| Namibia | $40K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $17K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tanker trailers exports (HS 8716.31): 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 8716.31: Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers.
Common questions
What is the value of tanker trailers exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported tanker trailers worth $67.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 112 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy tanker trailers from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($27.7 million), followed by Botswana (12%) and Namibia (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average export price of tanker trailers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.98 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $6.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tanker trailers from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $34.1 million in 2017 to $67.6 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $47.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also import tanker trailers?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United Kingdom and Turkey. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $62.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanker trailers?
The HS code for tanker trailers is subheading 8716.31. 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 8716 page.
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