Aluminium alloy rods imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported aluminium alloy rods worth $11.5 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 42% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $19.9 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 | $11.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 2.2K t |
Where Tanzania imports aluminium alloy rods from
China alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+598% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.4M | 73% |
| United Arab Emirates | $955K | 8.3% |
| Kenya | $710K | 6.2% |
| Australia | $455K | 4% |
| Dem. People's Rep. of Korea | $333K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $295K | 2.6% |
| Uganda | $100K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $66K | 0.6% |
| United States | $65K | 0.6% |
| India | $50K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.09 per kg, close to the world average of $4.90.
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 aluminium alloy rods imports (HS 7604.29): 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 7604.29: Aluminium: alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy rods imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported aluminium alloy rods worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium alloy rods to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (8%) and Kenya (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 598% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium alloy rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium alloy rods to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 129%. The peak was 2023 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export aluminium alloy rods?
Yes. Tanzania exported $372 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Rwanda and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy rods?
The HS code for aluminium alloy rods is subheading 7604.29. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 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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