Trucks (other power types) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trucks (other power types) by Zimbabwe reached $2.1 million in 2024 (293 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $2.1M | 293 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 657 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 342 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 629 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 267 t |
| 2019 | $860K | 236 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 457 t |
| 2017 | $959K | 233 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports trucks (other power types) from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (40%), South Africa (32%), Denmark (16%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $849K | 40% |
| South Africa | $669K | 32% |
| Denmark | $348K | 16% |
| China | $150K | 7.1% |
| Namibia | $50K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $48K | 2.3% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.23 per kg, 48% below the world average of $13.87, 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 trucks (other power types) imports (HS 8704.90): 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 8704.90: Vehicles: for transport of goods, n.e.c. in heading no. 8704.
Common questions
What is the value of trucks (other power types) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported trucks (other power types) worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 293 tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply trucks (other power types) to Zimbabwe?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($849 thousand), followed by South Africa (32%) and Denmark (16%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of trucks (other power types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.23 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $13.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trucks (other power types) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $959 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2023 at $2.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for trucks (other power types)?
The HS code for trucks (other power types) is subheading 8704.90. 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 8704 page.
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