Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel worth $28.8 million (26.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 187% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $28.8M | 26.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 9.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 3.6K t |
Where Tanzania imports aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.0M | 80% |
| Kenya | $4.5M | 16% |
| Uganda | $997K | 3.5% |
| India | $97K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $59K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $31K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.85. 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.
Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel exports from Tanzania
Exports of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel by Tanzania reached $19.6 million in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 85% of the value.
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The shipment records behind Tanzania aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imports (HS 7210.61): 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 7210.61: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel worth $28.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 187% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($23.0 million), followed by Kenya (16%) and Uganda (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $28.8 million in 2024, an increase of 536%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel?
Yes. Tanzania exported $19.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Kenya and Burundi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel?
The HS code for aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel is subheading 7210.61. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 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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