Computer units (other types) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported computer units (other types) worth $6.4 million (278 tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.4M | 278 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 204 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 43 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 129 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 152 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 66 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 204 t |
Where Tanzania imports computer units (other types) from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.7M | 57% |
| Italy | $945K | 15% |
| China | $644K | 10% |
| Israel | $132K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $119K | 1.9% |
| Czech Republic | $107K | 1.7% |
| United States | $106K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $94K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $66K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.96 per kg, 94% below the world average of $364.63, 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 computer units (other types) imports (HS 8471.80): 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 8471.80: Units of automatic data processing machines: n.e.c. in item no. 8471.50, 8471.60 or 8471.70.
Common questions
What is the value of computer units (other types) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported computer units (other types) worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 278 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer units (other types) to Tanzania?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Italy (15%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 972% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer units (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.96 per kg in 2024, 94% below the world average of $364.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer units (other types) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer units (other types)?
The HS code for computer units (other types) is subheading 8471.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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