Motor and engine parts imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported motor and engine parts worth $2.5 million (92 tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.3 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 | $2.5M | 92 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 80 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 739 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 112 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 90 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 219 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 85 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 106 t |
Where Zambia imports motor and engine parts from
The largest suppliers were Japan (35%), South Africa (28%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $866K | 35% |
| South Africa | $703K | 28% |
| United States | $225K | 9.1% |
| China | $139K | 5.6% |
| Sweden | $97K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $78K | 3.1% |
| Finland | $66K | 2.7% |
| India | $40K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $40K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $37K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.90 per kg, 134% above the world average of $11.51. 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.
Motor and engine parts exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported motor and engine parts worth $266 thousand (50 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $185K | 69% |
| South Africa | $45K | 17% |
| Belgium | $24K | 9.1% |
| United States | $7K | 2.6% |
| Peru | $5K | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.4% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported motor and engine parts worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 92 tonnes. That ranks it 93rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to Zambia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($866 thousand), followed by South Africa (28%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.90 per kg in 2024, 134% above the world average of $11.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $3.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Zambia also export motor and engine parts?
Yes. Zambia exported $266 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Belgium. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. 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 8412 page.
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