Semi-trailer tractors imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported semi-trailer tractors worth $73.4 million (22.3 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $73.4M | 22.3K t |
| 2023 | $74.8M | 23.4K t |
| 2022 | $56.3M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $78.9M | 34.8K t |
| 2020 | $62.8M | 40.3K t |
| 2019 | $59.7M | 26.4K t |
| 2018 | $50.9M | 21.6K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 5.2K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports semi-trailer tractors from
Most of the value came from China (41%), South Africa (20%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.0M | 41% |
| South Africa | $14.8M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $11.8M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $5.7M | 7.7% |
| France | $2.9M | 3.9% |
| United States | $2.3M | 3.1% |
| Mauritius | $1.5M | 2% |
| Zambia | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $752K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.29 per kg, 58% below the world average of $7.89, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe semi-trailer tractors imports (HS 8701.20): 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 8701.20: Tractors: road, for semi-trailers.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-trailer tractors imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported semi-trailer tractors worth $73.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply semi-trailer tractors to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($30.0 million), followed by South Africa (20%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of semi-trailer tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.29 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $7.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semi-trailer tractors to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $73.4 million in 2024, an increase of 202%. The peak was 2021 at $78.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $60.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-trailer tractors?
The HS code for semi-trailer tractors is subheading 8701.20. 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 8701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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