Specialized service vehicles imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized service vehicles by Zambia reached $13.2 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 83% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $32.8 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 | $13.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 882 t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 958 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 762 t |
| 2018 | $32.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.8M | 1.3K t |
Where Zambia imports specialized service vehicles from
South Africa alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.0M | 53% |
| China | $4.0M | 30% |
| Italy | $919K | 7% |
| Tanzania | $351K | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $169K | 1.3% |
| India | $153K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $144K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $140K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $135K | 1% |
| Namibia | $133K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.16 per kg, 53% below the world average of $11.05, 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.
Specialized service vehicles exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported specialized service vehicles worth $262 thousand (141 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (44%), Malawi (27%), Zimbabwe (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $114K | 44% |
| Malawi | $70K | 27% |
| Zimbabwe | $30K | 12% |
| Mozambique | $27K | 10% |
| South Africa | $20K | 7.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia specialized service vehicles imports (HS 8705.90): 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 8705.90: Vehicles: break-down lorries, road-sweepers, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units, and other special purpose vehicles n.e.c. in heading no. 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized service vehicles imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported specialized service vehicles worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized service vehicles to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by China (30%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 690% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized service vehicles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.16 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $11.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized service vehicles to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.8 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $32.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export specialized service vehicles?
Yes. Zambia exported $262 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and Zimbabwe. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized service vehicles?
The HS code for specialized service vehicles is subheading 8705.90. 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 8705 page.
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