Industrial trucks (other power) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $2.6 million of industrial trucks (other power) in 2024 (290 tonnes). Value rose 855% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $6.1 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 | $2.6M | 290 t |
| 2023 | $269K | 99 t |
| 2022 | $808K | 145 t |
| 2021 | $348K | 85 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 359 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 420 t |
| 2018 | $350K | 82 t |
| 2017 | $591K | 52 t |
Where Tanzania imports industrial trucks (other power) from
Most of the value came from Germany (50%), Malaysia (34%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 50% |
| Malaysia | $880K | 34% |
| China | $323K | 13% |
| Singapore | $62K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14K | 0.6% |
| India | $6K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $4K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.83 per kg, close to the world average of $9.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania industrial trucks (other power) imports (HS 8709.19): 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 8709.19: Vehicles: (not electrical), self-propelled, without handling equipment, used for short distance transport of goods in factories, airports and such, and tractors of the type used on railway station platforms.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial trucks (other power) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported industrial trucks (other power) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 290 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 855% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial trucks (other power) to Tanzania?
Germany was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Malaysia (34%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial trucks (other power) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.83 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $9.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of industrial trucks (other power) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $591 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 334%. The peak was 2019 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial trucks (other power)?
The HS code for industrial trucks (other power) is subheading 8709.19. 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 8709 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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