Clothing accessories imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of clothing accessories by Tanzania reached $2.8 million in 2024 (802 tonnes). Value rose 102% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $2.8M | 802 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 462 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 527 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 443 t |
| 2020 | $299K | 210 t |
| 2019 | $354K | 323 t |
| 2018 | $444K | 167 t |
| 2017 | $516K | 152 t |
Where Tanzania imports clothing accessories from
China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 71% |
| United Kingdom | $426K | 15% |
| India | $230K | 8.2% |
| Hong Kong | $38K | 1.3% |
| United States | $31K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $12K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $9K | 0.3% |
| Botswana | $9K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 6217
| 6217.90 | Garment and accessory parts | 61% |
| 6217.10 | Woven clothing accessories | 39% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6217.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 82% below the world average of $19.84, 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 clothing accessories imports (HS 6217): 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 6217: Clothing accessories n.e.c.; parts of garments or accessories other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of clothing accessories imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported clothing accessories worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 802 tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply clothing accessories to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 214% on the year.
What is the average import price of clothing accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $19.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of clothing accessories to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $516 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 444%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for clothing accessories?
The HS code for clothing accessories is heading 6217. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 6217.90 (61% of the value) and 6217.10 (39%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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