Excavators with rotating superstructure imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $44.3 million (10.3 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $44.3M | 10.3K t |
| 2023 | $54.0M | 12.0K t |
| 2022 | $41.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $24.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $27.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 2.5K t |
Where Tanzania imports excavators with rotating superstructure from
China alone supplied 54% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.0M | 54% |
| India | $11.3M | 26% |
| Indonesia | $5.5M | 12% |
| South Korea | $811K | 1.8% |
| Qatar | $395K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $337K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $304K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $297K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $229K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $129K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.29 per kg, close to the world average of $4.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Excavators with rotating superstructure exports from Tanzania
Exports of excavators with rotating superstructure by Tanzania reached $7.7 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Turkey (47%), Kenya (26%), Comoros (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+964% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.6M | 47% |
| Kenya | $2.0M | 26% |
| Comoros | $928K | 12% |
| Ghana | $352K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $342K | 4.5% |
| DR Congo | $164K | 2.1% |
| Guinea | $117K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $81K | 1.1% |
| Zambia | $63K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania excavators with rotating superstructure imports (HS 8429.52): 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 8429.52: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure.
Common questions
What is the value of excavators with rotating superstructure imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $44.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply excavators with rotating superstructure to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($24.0 million), followed by India (26%) and Indonesia (12%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of excavators with rotating superstructure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.29 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $4.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of excavators with rotating superstructure to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $44.3 million in 2024, an increase of 287%. The peak was 2023 at $54.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.8 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export excavators with rotating superstructure?
Yes. Tanzania exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Kenya and the Comoros. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $36.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure?
The HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure is subheading 8429.52. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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