Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Zambia reached $62.4 million in 2024 (14.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $62.4M | 14.8K t |
| 2023 | $74.5M | 17.9K t |
| 2022 | $48.0M | 13.4K t |
| 2021 | $27.7M | 9.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $21.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $20.5M | 1.5K t |
Where Zambia imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $59.0M | 95% |
| India | $1.2M | 2% |
| South Africa | $813K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $405K | 0.7% |
| China | $340K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $150K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $116K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $78K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $77K | 0.1% |
| Romania | $60K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.21 per kg, 66% below the world average of $12.24, 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.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from Zambia
Exports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Zambia reached $346 thousand in 2024 (99 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (43%), Malawi (22%), South Africa (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+768% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $148K | 43% |
| Malawi | $77K | 22% |
| South Africa | $38K | 11% |
| DR Congo | $34K | 9.8% |
| Botswana | $25K | 7.3% |
| Tanzania | $15K | 4.4% |
| Mozambique | $7K | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.6% |
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The shipment records behind Zambia petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $62.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Zambia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($59.0 million), followed by India (2%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.21 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $12.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.5 million in 2017 to $62.4 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. The peak was 2023 at $74.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. Zambia exported $346 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Malawi and South Africa. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $62.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. 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 8703 page.
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