Industrial trucks imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of industrial trucks by Tanzania reached $3.7 million in 2024 (425 tonnes). That is 362% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $6.6 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 | $3.7M | 425 t |
| 2023 | $793K | 170 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 230 t |
| 2021 | $703K | 156 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 411 t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 493 t |
| 2018 | $821K | 144 t |
| 2017 | $864K | 76 t |
Where Tanzania imports industrial trucks from
The largest suppliers were Germany (36%), China (26%), Malaysia (24%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 36% |
| China | $966K | 26% |
| Malaysia | $880K | 24% |
| France | $153K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $149K | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $62K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $41K | 1.1% |
| India | $27K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8709
| 8709.19 | Industrial trucks (other power) | 70% |
| 8709.11 | Electric industrial trucks | 19% |
| 8709.90 | Industrial truck parts | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8709.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.62 per kg, 25% below the world average of $11.46, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 Tanzania industrial trucks imports (HS 8709): 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 8709: Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial trucks imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported industrial trucks worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 425 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 362% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial trucks to Tanzania?
Germany was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (26%) and Malaysia (24%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 894% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial trucks to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $864 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 324%. The peak was 2019 at $6.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial trucks?
The HS code for industrial trucks is heading 8709. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8709.19 (70% of the value) and 8709.11 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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