Crane imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of crane by Zambia reached $24.3 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That is 247% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $24.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 679 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $19.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 1.8K t |
Where Zambia imports crane from
Most of the value came from China (47%), South Africa (23%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+694% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.4M | 47% |
| South Africa | $5.6M | 23% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 5.4% |
| Hong Kong | $1.3M | 5.4% |
| Angola | $434K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $415K | 1.7% |
| Namibia | $394K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $221K | 0.9% |
| India | $221K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8426
| 8426.41 | Mobile cranes on tyres | 33% |
| 8426.19 | Bridge and gantry cranes | 20% |
| 8426.11 | Overhead travelling cranes | 16% |
| 8426.91 | Vehicle-mounted cranes | 11% |
| 8426.49 | Mobile cranes (tracked) | 9.6% |
| 8426.20 | Tower cranes | 7% |
| 8426.12 | Mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers | 2% |
| 8426.99 | Cranes and derricks (other) | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8426.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.24 per kg, 32% below the world average of $6.26, 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.
Crane exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported crane worth $2.0 million (340 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 88% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.7M | 88% |
| DR Congo | $134K | 6.7% |
| Tanzania | $105K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia crane imports (HS 8426): 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 8426: Derricks, cranes, including cable cranes, mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers and works trucks fitted with a crane.
Common questions
What is the value of crane imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported crane worth $24.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 247% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 694% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.24 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $6.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of crane to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $24.3 million in 2024, an increase of 135%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export crane?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the DR Congo and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane?
The HS code for crane is heading 8426. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8426.41 (33% of the value) and 8426.19 (20%).
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