Ceramic dinnerware imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ceramic dinnerware by Tanzania reached $2.1 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $2.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $999K | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $778K | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $753K | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $912K | 1.1K t |
Where Tanzania imports ceramic dinnerware from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+375% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 70% |
| United Kingdom | $197K | 9.2% |
| South Korea | $66K | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $58K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $52K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $49K | 2.3% |
| India | $47K | 2.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $40K | 1.9% |
| United States | $25K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $18K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, 78% below the world average of $3.26, 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 ceramic dinnerware imports (HS 6912): 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 6912: Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic dinnerware imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported ceramic dinnerware worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic dinnerware to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (9%) and South Korea (3%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 636% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic dinnerware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $3.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic dinnerware to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $912 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic dinnerware?
The HS code for ceramic dinnerware is heading 6912. In Tanzania all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6912.00. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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