Crane imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported crane worth $41.9 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). That is 35% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $86.7 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 | $41.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $30.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $86.7M | 11.8K t |
| 2021 | $25.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $25.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 2.9K t |
Where Tanzania imports crane from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Ireland (34%), Italy (5%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.7M | 49% |
| Ireland | $14.1M | 34% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 4.9% |
| India | $1.8M | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $850K | 2% |
| Australia | $515K | 1.2% |
| Finland | $280K | 0.7% |
| France | $250K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $244K | 0.6% |
| Qatar | $219K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8426
| 8426.19 | Bridge and gantry cranes | 37% |
| 8426.49 | Mobile cranes (tracked) | 31% |
| 8426.41 | Mobile cranes on tyres | 13% |
| 8426.11 | Overhead travelling cranes | 8.8% |
| 8426.20 | Tower cranes | 4% |
| 8426.12 | Mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers | 2.9% |
| 8426.30 | Portal and jib cranes | 1.7% |
| 8426.99 | Cranes and derricks (other) | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8426.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.09 per kg, close to the world average of $6.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crane exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $785 thousand of crane in 2024 (323 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 53% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $415K | 53% |
| Kenya | $146K | 19% |
| South Africa | $144K | 18% |
| Mozambique | $76K | 9.7% |
| Uganda | $4K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania crane imports (HS 8426): 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 8426: Derricks, cranes, including cable cranes, mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers and works trucks fitted with a crane.
Common questions
What is the value of crane imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported crane worth $41.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($20.7 million), followed by Ireland (34%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of crane to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $41.9 million in 2024, an increase of 200%. The peak was 2022 at $86.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export crane?
Yes. Tanzania exported $785 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Kenya and South Africa. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $41.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane?
The HS code for crane is heading 8426. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8426.19 (37% of the value) and 8426.49 (31%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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