Cement clinker imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported cement clinker worth $11.0 million (217.5 thousand tonnes). That is 46% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $21.9 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 | $11.0M | 217.5K t |
| 2023 | $20.4M | 458.0K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 325.8K t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 353.2K t |
| 2020 | $21.9M | 548.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 301.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 280.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 133.0K t |
Where Tanzania imports cement clinker from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $10.8M | 99% |
| South Africa | $130K | 1.2% |
| Iran | $5K | 0.1% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.05 per kg, close to the world average of $0.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cement clinker exports from Tanzania
Exports of cement clinker by Tanzania reached $887 thousand in 2024 (17.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 55% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania cement clinker imports (HS 2523.10): 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 2523.10: Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured).
Common questions
What is the value of cement clinker imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported cement clinker worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 217.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply cement clinker to Tanzania?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by South Africa (1%) and Iran (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of cement clinker per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.05 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cement clinker to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 135%. The peak was 2020 at $21.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export cement clinker?
Yes. Tanzania exported $887 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Rwanda and Burundi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cement clinker?
The HS code for cement clinker is subheading 2523.10. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2523 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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