Vehicle diesel engines imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported vehicle diesel engines worth $17.8 million (784 tonnes). Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $29.6 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 | $17.8M | 784 t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 664 t |
| 2022 | $29.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $18.3M | 934 t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 454 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 230 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 274 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 123 t |
Where Zambia imports vehicle diesel engines from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.0M | 51% |
| United States | $4.5M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 18% |
| India | $452K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $206K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 0.6% |
| China | $99K | 0.6% |
| France | $87K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $47K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.67 per kg, 46% above the world average of $15.56. 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.
Vehicle diesel engines exports from Zambia
Exports of vehicle diesel engines by Zambia reached $2.7 million in 2024 (179 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+599% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.6M | 97% |
| United States | $73K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $15K | 0.6% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia vehicle diesel engines imports (HS 8408.20): 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 8408.20: Engines: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle diesel engines imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported vehicle diesel engines worth $17.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 784 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle diesel engines to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by the United States (25%) and the United Kingdom (18%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 902% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle diesel engines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.67 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $15.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle diesel engines to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $17.8 million in 2024, an increase of 721%. The peak was 2022 at $29.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also export vehicle diesel engines?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the United States and Zimbabwe. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $15.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle diesel engines?
The HS code for vehicle diesel engines is subheading 8408.20. 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 8408 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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