Petrol trucks >5 tonnes imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported petrol trucks >5 tonnes worth $5.3 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% 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 | $5.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 476 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $597K | 119 t |
Where Zambia imports petrol trucks >5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from South Africa (26%), United Kingdom (24%), China (22%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.4M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 24% |
| China | $1.1M | 22% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 21% |
| Ireland | $133K | 2.5% |
| India | $46K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $41K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $39K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $36K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.55 per kg, 77% below the world average of $6.63, 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.
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The shipment records behind Zambia petrol trucks >5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.32): 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 8704.32: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol trucks >5 tonnes imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported petrol trucks >5 tonnes worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol trucks >5 tonnes to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (24%) and China (22%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol trucks >5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.55 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $6.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol trucks >5 tonnes to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $597 thousand in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 788%. The peak was 2023 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol trucks >5 tonnes?
The HS code for petrol trucks >5 tonnes is subheading 8704.32. 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 8704 page.
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