Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $14.3 million of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $20.2 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 | $14.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $20.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 1.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 70% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.0M | 70% |
| China | $3.1M | 22% |
| South Africa | $237K | 1.7% |
| United States | $235K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $201K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $185K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $127K | 0.9% |
| Kenya | $105K | 0.7% |
| India | $61K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.94 per kg, 66% 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.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $682 thousand (203 tonnes). Kenya alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $435K | 64% |
| DR Congo | $120K | 18% |
| Oman | $38K | 5.5% |
| South Africa | $34K | 5% |
| Mozambique | $32K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $14K | 2% |
| Malawi | $9K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Tanzania?
Japan was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by China (22%) and South Africa (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.94 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2022 at $20.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Tanzania exported $682 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the DR Congo and Oman. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. 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 8704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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