Artificial filament fabric imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported artificial filament fabric worth $2.4 million (758 tonnes). That is 973% 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 | $2.4M | 758 t |
| 2023 | $227K | 115 t |
| 2022 | $35K | 41 t |
| 2021 | $149K | 58 t |
| 2020 | $102K | 66 t |
| 2019 | $225K | 108 t |
| 2018 | $159K | 109 t |
| 2017 | $397K | 90 t |
Where Tanzania imports artificial filament fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+992% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 99% |
| India | $13K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5408
| 5408.24 | Printed artificial filament fabric | 93% |
| 5408.34 | Printed artificial fabric (other) | 2.8% |
| 5408.10 | High-tenacity viscose rayon fabric | 2.4% |
| 5408.22 | Artificial filament fabric (dyed) | 1.9% |
| 5408.23 | Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of artificial filament, strip or the like, of yarns of different colours | 0.1% |
| 5408.31 | Fabrics, woven: of artificial filament yarn, of artificial monofilament, strip and the like, n.e.c. in heading no. 5408, unbleached or bleached | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.21 per kg, 73% below the world average of $11.72, 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 artificial filament fabric imports (HS 5408): 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 5408: Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial filament fabric imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported artificial filament fabric worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 758 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 973% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial filament fabric to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (1%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 992% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.21 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $11.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of artificial filament fabric to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $397 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 513%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $465 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for artificial filament fabric?
The HS code for artificial filament fabric is heading 5408. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 5408.24 (93% of the value) and 5408.34 (3%).
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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