Engine parts imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of engine parts by Zambia reached $10.6 million in 2024 (515 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $41.3 million.
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 | $10.6M | 515 t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 621 t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 724 t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 453 t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 514 t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 486 t |
| 2018 | $41.3M | 506 t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 442 t |
Where Zambia imports engine parts from
Most of the value came from South Africa (32%), Germany (14%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.4M | 32% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 14% |
| United States | $1.4M | 14% |
| China | $873K | 8.2% |
| Japan | $758K | 7.2% |
| Austria | $408K | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $399K | 3.8% |
| India | $345K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $339K | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $158K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 8409
| 8409.99 | Diesel engine parts | 86% |
| 8409.91 | Gasoline engine parts | 14% |
| 8409.10 | Aircraft engine parts | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8409.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.56 per kg, 52% above the world average of $13.50. 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.
Engine parts exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported engine parts worth $9.8 million (40 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.0M | 92% |
| DR Congo | $610K | 6.2% |
| South Africa | $90K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $11K | 0.1% |
| France | $10K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
| Tunisia | $7K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $7K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia engine parts imports (HS 8409): 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 8409: Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading no. 8407 or 8408.
Common questions
What is the value of engine parts imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported engine parts worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 515 tonnes. That ranks it 132nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply engine parts to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Germany (14%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 153% on the year.
What is the average import price of engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.56 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $13.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of engine parts to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2018 at $41.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does Zambia also export engine parts?
Yes. Zambia exported $9.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the DR Congo and South Africa. That compares with imports of $10.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for engine parts?
The HS code for engine parts is heading 8409. In Zambia the largest six-digit codes were 8409.99 (86% of the value) and 8409.91 (14%).
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