Locomotives imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $207.0 million of locomotives in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 115 countries for imports of this product. That is 1620% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 699% 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 | $207.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 223 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 165 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 353 t |
| 2020 | $229K | 10 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 191 t |
| 2018 | $28.0M | 993 t |
| 2017 | $0K | 0 t |
Where Tanzania imports locomotives from
South Korea alone supplied 97% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $200.2M | 97% |
| South Africa | $3.6M | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| China | $803K | 0.4% |
| France | $404K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $257K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8602
| 8602.10 | Diesel-electric locomotives | 100% |
| 8602.90 | Locomotives (other power types) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8602.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.99 per kg, 146% above the world average of $20.73. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Locomotives exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported locomotives worth $8.8 million (124 tonnes). South Africa alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $8.8M | 100% |
| Germany | $28K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania locomotives imports (HS 8602): 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 8602: Rail locomotives; (other than those of heading no. 8601), locomotive tenders.
Common questions
What is the value of locomotives imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported locomotives worth $207.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 115 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports.
Which countries supply locomotives to Tanzania?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($200.2 million), followed by South Africa (2%) and New Zealand (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of locomotives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.99 per kg in 2024, 146% above the world average of $20.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of locomotives to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $207.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.6 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export locomotives?
Yes. Tanzania exported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa and Germany. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $198.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for locomotives?
The HS code for locomotives is heading 8602. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8602.10 (100% of the value) and 8602.90 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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