Animal feed imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported animal feed worth $36.2 million (35.2 thousand tonnes). That is 64% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $36.2M | 35.2K t |
| 2023 | $22.0M | 20.9K t |
| 2022 | $21.7M | 16.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 3.8K t |
Where Tanzania imports animal feed from
Most of the value came from Kenya (24%), Zambia (16%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+443% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $8.6M | 24% |
| Zambia | $5.8M | 16% |
| China | $5.5M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 8.1% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 6.9% |
| India | $1.8M | 5% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $817K | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 2309
| 2309.90 | Bulk pet food | 96% |
| 2309.10 | Pet food | 4.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2309.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.03 per kg, 32% below the world average of $1.52, 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.
Animal feed exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $8.7 million of animal feed in 2024 (23.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (50%), Uganda (47%), India (1%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $4.3M | 50% |
| Uganda | $4.1M | 47% |
| India | $118K | 1.4% |
| Rwanda | $55K | 0.6% |
| Comoros | $36K | 0.4% |
| Oman | $23K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $11K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $7K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania animal feed imports (HS 2309): 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 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding.
Common questions
What is the value of animal feed imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported animal feed worth $36.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply animal feed to Tanzania?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Zambia (16%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 443% on the year.
What is the average import price of animal feed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.03 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $1.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of animal feed to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $36.2 million in 2024, an increase of 617%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export animal feed?
Yes. Tanzania exported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Uganda and India. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $27.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for animal feed?
The HS code for animal feed is heading 2309. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 2309.90 (96% of the value) and 2309.10 (4%).
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