Specialized service vehicles imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $25.2 million of specialized service vehicles in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $21.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $22.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 1.7K t |
Where Tanzania imports specialized service vehicles from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.5M | 62% |
| Finland | $2.2M | 8.6% |
| India | $1.9M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $919K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $840K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $492K | 2% |
| United States | $468K | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $416K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $322K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.36 per kg, 51% below the world average of $11.05, 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.
Specialized service vehicles exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported specialized service vehicles worth $1.7 million (486 tonnes). Most of it went to Comoros (39%), Zambia (20%), Kenya (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+858% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Comoros | $661K | 39% |
| Zambia | $351K | 21% |
| Kenya | $201K | 12% |
| India | $194K | 11% |
| Turkey | $135K | 7.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $120K | 7% |
| DR Congo | $32K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $20K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania specialized service vehicles imports (HS 8705.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8705.90: Vehicles: break-down lorries, road-sweepers, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units, and other special purpose vehicles n.e.c. in heading no. 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized service vehicles imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported specialized service vehicles worth $25.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized service vehicles to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by Finland (9%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 636% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized service vehicles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.36 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $11.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized service vehicles to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $25.2 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export specialized service vehicles?
Yes. Tanzania exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Comoros, Zambia and Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized service vehicles?
The HS code for specialized service vehicles is subheading 8705.90. 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 8705 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.
Same product, other countries
World specialized service vehicles trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Tanzania
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.