Acrylic filament multicolor imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $3.0 million of acrylic filament multicolor in 2024 (836 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $3.0M | 836 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 423 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 466 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 362 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 276 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 309 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 322 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 190 t |
Where Tanzania imports acrylic filament multicolor from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 66% |
| India | $762K | 26% |
| Turkey | $225K | 7.5% |
| South Africa | $29K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $12K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.57 per kg, 53% below the world average of $7.64, 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 Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania acrylic filament multicolor imports (HS 5407.73): 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 5407.73: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic filaments (excluding nylon or other polyamides and polyesters), of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament multicolor imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported acrylic filament multicolor worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 836 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament multicolor to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by India (25%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament multicolor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.57 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $7.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic filament multicolor to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 166%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament multicolor?
The HS code for acrylic filament multicolor is subheading 5407.73. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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