Control panel imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of control panel by Tanzania reached $52.4 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 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 | $52.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $57.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $39.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $35.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $43.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $27.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $23.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $31.6M | 1.8K t |
Where Tanzania imports control panel from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), India (22%), Turkey (5%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+747% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.7M | 30% |
| India | $11.7M | 22% |
| Turkey | $2.5M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 4.2% |
| France | $2.2M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| Croatia | $1.5M | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 2% |
Product types under HS 8537
| 8537.10 | Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading… | 70% |
| 8537.20 | High voltage distribution panels | 30% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8537.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.76 per kg, 73% below the world average of $63.20, 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.
Control panel exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported control panel worth $833 thousand (95 tonnes). Most of it went to Nigeria (25%), Australia (19%), France (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $208K | 25% |
| Australia | $160K | 19% |
| France | $89K | 11% |
| Rwanda | $85K | 10% |
| Zambia | $81K | 9.7% |
| Burundi | $69K | 8.3% |
| DR Congo | $23K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $15K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania control panel imports (HS 8537): 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 8537: Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, bases with apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 for electricity control and distribution, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517).
Common questions
What is the value of control panel imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported control panel worth $52.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply control panel to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($15.7 million), followed by India (22%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 747% on the year.
What is the average import price of control panel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.76 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $63.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of control panel to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.6 million in 2017 to $52.4 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2023 at $57.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export control panel?
Yes. Tanzania exported $833 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Australia and France. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $51.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for control panel?
The HS code for control panel is heading 8537. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8537.10 (70% of the value) and 8537.20 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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