Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by Tanzania reached $9.4 million in 2024 (938 tonnes). That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $9.4M | 939 t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 682 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 642 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 857 t |
| 2020 | $11.6M | 980 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 388 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 405 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 110 t |
Where Tanzania imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
The largest suppliers were Sweden (27%), Canada (15%), South Africa (14%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $2.6M | 27% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 15% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 14% |
| China | $1.3M | 13% |
| India | $836K | 8.9% |
| Poland | $626K | 6.7% |
| Finland | $568K | 6% |
| Peru | $321K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $157K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $133K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.03 per kg, 1544% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports from Tanzania
Exports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by Tanzania reached $1.2 million in 2024 (77 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 80% of the value.
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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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 938 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Tanzania?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Canada (15%) and South Africa (14%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.03 per kg in 2024, 1544% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 391%. The peak was 2020 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the Comoros and Rwanda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
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