Ceramic trim and finishing pieces exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ceramic trim and finishing pieces by Tanzania reached $14.6 million in 2024 (69.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.6M | 69.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 69.3K t |
| 2022 | $22.8M | 80.8K t |
| 2021 | $18.2M | 52.1K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 69.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $92K | 15.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 18.6K t |
Where Tanzania exports ceramic trim and finishing pieces to
Most of it went to Rwanda (48%), Kenya (38%), Malawi (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.21 per kg, 68% below the world average of $0.65, 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.
Ceramic trim and finishing pieces imports to Tanzania
Imports of ceramic trim and finishing pieces by Tanzania reached $6.3 million in 2024 (17.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Zambia (38%), Uganda (19%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.4M | 38% |
| Uganda | $1.2M | 19% |
| China | $1.0M | 17% |
| India | $424K | 6.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $267K | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $251K | 4% |
| Turkey | $235K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $164K | 2.6% |
| Iran | $104K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $59K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania ceramic trim and finishing pieces exports (HS 6907.40): 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 6907.40: Finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic trim and finishing pieces exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported ceramic trim and finishing pieces worth $14.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 69.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 125 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy ceramic trim and finishing pieces from Tanzania?
Rwanda was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Kenya (38%) and Malawi (10%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average export price of ceramic trim and finishing pieces per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $0.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of ceramic trim and finishing pieces from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $14.6 million in 2024, an increase of 352%. The peak was 2022 at $22.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import ceramic trim and finishing pieces?
Yes. Tanzania imported $6.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia, Uganda and China. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces?
The HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces is subheading 6907.40. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 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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