Mobile cranes on tyres imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mobile cranes on tyres by Zambia reached $7.9 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 90% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $7.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 969 t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 535 t |
| 2020 | $762K | 147 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 325 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 518 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 321 t |
Where Zambia imports mobile cranes on tyres from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Hong Kong (17%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 49% |
| Hong Kong | $1.3M | 17% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $905K | 11% |
| Angola | $434K | 5.5% |
| India | $83K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.33 per kg, 22% below the world average of $6.83, 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.
Mobile cranes on tyres exports from Zambia
Exports of mobile cranes on tyres by Zambia reached $238 thousand in 2024 (59 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $132K | 55% |
| Tanzania | $105K | 44% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
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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 8426.41: Cranes: self-propelled derricks and cranes, on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Common questions
What is the value of mobile cranes on tyres imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported mobile cranes on tyres worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries supply mobile cranes on tyres to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Hong Kong (17%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of mobile cranes on tyres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.33 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $6.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mobile cranes on tyres to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 279%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does Zambia also export mobile cranes on tyres?
Yes. Zambia exported $238 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Tanzania and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mobile cranes on tyres?
The HS code for mobile cranes on tyres is subheading 8426.41. 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 8426 page.
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