Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $39.2 million (14.6 thousand tonnes). That is 44% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $69.9 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 | $39.2M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $69.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2022 | $42.7M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $37.8M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $32.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $33.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $32.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $29.7M | 3.5K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports vehicle parts and accessories from
Most of the value came from South Africa (36%), China (30%), United Arab Emirates (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $14.2M | 36% |
| China | $11.9M | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.1M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Finland | $753K | 1.9% |
| United States | $677K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $583K | 1.5% |
| Mauritius | $421K | 1.1% |
| Botswana | $362K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 30% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 18% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 12% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 7.3% |
| 8708.40 | Vehicle gearboxes | 6.6% |
| 8708.94 | Vehicle steering components | 5.3% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 5.1% |
| 8708.50 | Vehicle axles and differentials | 4.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.69 per kg, 72% below the world average of $9.69, 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.
Vehicle parts and accessories exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported vehicle parts and accessories worth $216 thousand (86 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+713% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $116K | 54% |
| United Arab Emirates | $36K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 11% |
| Mozambique | $13K | 6.2% |
| Namibia | $11K | 5% |
| Zambia | $6K | 2.5% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 2% |
| Malawi | $3K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $39.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by China (30%) and the United Arab Emirates (13%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 664% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.69 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $9.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.7 million in 2017 to $39.2 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2023 at $69.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.8 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export vehicle parts and accessories?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $216 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $39.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (30% of the value) and 8708.80 (18%).
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