Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc by Tanzania reached $146.7 million in 2024 (11.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $146.7M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $153.3M | 12.5K t |
| 2022 | $114.0M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $122.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $89.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $86.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $78.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2017 | $67.6M | 6.5K t |
Where Tanzania imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 84% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $122.8M | 84% |
| South Korea | $5.8M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $3.0M | 2% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $684K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $643K | 0.4% |
| United States | $563K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.77 per kg, close to the world average of $15.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1500-3000cc exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $3.9 million of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $3.1M | 79% |
| DR Congo | $212K | 5.5% |
| Senegal | $100K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $78K | 2% |
| Kenya | $74K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $67K | 1.7% |
| Comoros | $58K | 1.5% |
| United States | $50K | 1.3% |
| Namibia | $36K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports (HS 8703.23): 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 8703.23: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1500-3000cc imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $146.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Tanzania?
Japan was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($122.8 million), followed by South Korea (4%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.77 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $15.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $67.6 million in 2017 to $146.7 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. The peak was 2023 at $153.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $107.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Tanzania exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, the DR Congo and Senegal. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $142.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1500-3000cc is subheading 8703.23. 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 8703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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