Citrus essential oil imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of citrus essential oil by Tanzania reached $3.6 million in 2024 (228 tonnes). Value rose 418% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $3.6M | 228 t |
| 2023 | $693K | 98 t |
| 2022 | $655K | 140 t |
| 2021 | $509K | 125 t |
| 2020 | $470K | 93 t |
| 2019 | $238K | 50 t |
| 2018 | $940K | 213 t |
| 2017 | $625K | 169 t |
Where Tanzania imports citrus essential oil from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (33%), Spain (30%), Netherlands (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 33% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 31% |
| Netherlands | $638K | 18% |
| India | $587K | 16% |
| Germany | $63K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $6K | 0.2% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.73 per kg, 69% below the world average of $50.06, 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 citrus essential oil imports (HS 3301.19): 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 3301.19: Oils, essential: of citrus fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes.
Common questions
What is the value of citrus essential oil imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported citrus essential oil worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 228 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 418% on 2023.
Which countries supply citrus essential oil to Tanzania?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Spain (30%) and the Netherlands (18%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 777% on the year.
What is the average import price of citrus essential oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.73 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $50.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of citrus essential oil to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $625 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 475%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $965 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for citrus essential oil?
The HS code for citrus essential oil is subheading 3301.19. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3301 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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