Track bulldozers imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported track bulldozers worth $9.7 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 38% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $15.7 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 | $9.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 481 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 663 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 973 t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 180 t |
Where Zambia imports track bulldozers from
The largest suppliers were Japan (39%), Namibia (22%), South Africa (15%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.8M | 39% |
| Namibia | $2.2M | 22% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 15% |
| China | $1.4M | 14% |
| Thailand | $874K | 9% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.64 per kg, 22% above the world average of $7.09. 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.
Track bulldozers exports from Zambia
Zambia exported $1.1 million of track bulldozers in 2024 (174 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 71% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $775K | 71% |
| Malawi | $317K | 29% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia track bulldozers imports (HS 8429.11): 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 8429.11: Bulldozers and angledozers: self-propelled, track laying.
Common questions
What is the value of track bulldozers imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported track bulldozers worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply track bulldozers to Zambia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Namibia (22%) and South Africa (15%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of track bulldozers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.64 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $7.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of track bulldozers to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024, an increase of 847%. The peak was 2023 at $15.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does Zambia also export track bulldozers?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for track bulldozers?
The HS code for track bulldozers is subheading 8429.11. 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 8429 page.
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