Motor and engine parts imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $8.7 million of motor and engine parts in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 395% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $8.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 188 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 72 t |
| 2020 | $763K | 47 t |
| 2019 | $709K | 64 t |
| 2018 | $703K | 52 t |
| 2017 | $489K | 35 t |
Where Tanzania imports motor and engine parts from
Denmark alone supplied 88% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $7.7M | 88% |
| United States | $250K | 2.9% |
| China | $174K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $109K | 1.3% |
| India | $69K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $67K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $51K | 0.6% |
| Finland | $30K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, 41% below the world average of $11.51, 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.
Motor and engine parts exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $229 thousand of motor and engine parts in 2024 (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 93% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $212K | 93% |
| Zambia | $14K | 6.3% |
| China | $1K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported motor and engine parts worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 395% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to Tanzania?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by the United States (3%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 516% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $11.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $489 thousand in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export motor and engine parts?
Yes. Tanzania exported $229 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Zambia and China. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. 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 8412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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