Buses (other power types) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of buses (other power types) by Zimbabwe reached $2.5 million in 2024 (287 tonnes). That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.5M | 287 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 246 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 336 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 243 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 134 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 334 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 351 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 152 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports buses (other power types) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+292% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.5M | 62% |
| Hong Kong | $566K | 23% |
| Japan | $232K | 9.3% |
| Thailand | $121K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $33K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.72 per kg, close to the world average of $10.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe buses (other power types) imports (HS 8702.90): 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 8702.90: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of buses (other power types) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported buses (other power types) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 287 tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply buses (other power types) to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Hong Kong (23%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 292% on the year.
What is the average import price of buses (other power types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.72 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $10.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of buses (other power types) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for buses (other power types)?
The HS code for buses (other power types) is subheading 8702.90. 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 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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