Acrylic filament tow imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported acrylic filament tow worth $8.0 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 87% 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 | $8.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 955 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 910 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 723 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 700 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 921 t |
Where Tanzania imports acrylic filament tow from
Japan alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $5.4M | 68% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 22% |
| Malaysia | $542K | 6.8% |
| Thailand | $167K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $69K | 0.9% |
| India | $65K | 0.8% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.90 per kg, 36% above the world average of $2.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylic filament tow exports from Tanzania
Exports of acrylic filament tow by Tanzania reached $238 thousand in 2024 (59 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $239K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania acrylic filament tow imports (HS 5501.30): 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 5501.30: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, acrylic or modacrylic.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament tow imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported acrylic filament tow worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 113 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament tow to Tanzania?
Japan was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Turkey (22%) and Malaysia (7%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.90 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $2.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic filament tow to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 152%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export acrylic filament tow?
Yes. Tanzania exported $238 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament tow?
The HS code for acrylic filament tow is subheading 5501.30. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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