Beer imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of beer by Tanzania reached $11.3 million in 2024 (13.9 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $19.3 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 | $11.3M | 13.9K t |
| 2023 | $18.6M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 26.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 22.5K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 20.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 20.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 18.7K t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 19.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports beer from
Netherlands alone supplied 54% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 54% |
| Namibia | $2.7M | 24% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 13% |
| Lithuania | $405K | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $182K | 1.6% |
| Rwanda | $95K | 0.8% |
| Uganda | $81K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $57K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $44K | 0.4% |
| Burundi | $28K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.81 per kg, 29% below the world average of $1.14, 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.
Beer exports from Tanzania
Exports of beer by Tanzania reached $216 thousand in 2024 (371 tonnes). Burundi alone took 77% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burundi | $167K | 78% |
| Rwanda | $21K | 9.7% |
| Uganda | $11K | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $8K | 3.5% |
| Denmark | $5K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $3K | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania beer imports (HS 2203): 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 2203: Beer made from malt.
Common questions
What is the value of beer imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported beer worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply beer to Tanzania?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Namibia (24%) and South Africa (13%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Burundi grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of beer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $1.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of beer to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2022 at $19.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export beer?
Yes. Tanzania exported $216 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burundi, Rwanda and Uganda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for beer?
The HS code for beer is heading 2203. In Tanzania all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2203.00. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2203 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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