Cosmetic exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported cosmetic worth $24.1 million (19.4 thousand tonnes). That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $39.7 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 | $24.1M | 19.4K t |
| 2023 | $20.2M | 15.5K t |
| 2022 | $21.4M | 15.9K t |
| 2021 | $34.9M | 16.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 11.9K t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $39.7M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.6M | 9.5K t |
Where Tanzania exports cosmetic to
Most of it went to Uganda (22%), Malawi (14%), DR Congo (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3304
| 3304.99 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan… | 97% |
| 3304.91 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations) | 3.3% |
| 3304.10 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: lip make-up | 0% |
| 3304.30 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: manicure or pedicure preparations | 0% |
| 3304.20 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: eye make-up | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3304.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.24 per kg, 94% below the world average of $21.51, 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.
Cosmetic imports to Tanzania
Imports of cosmetic by Tanzania reached $16.7 million in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Kenya (32%), South Africa (24%), Uganda (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $5.4M | 32% |
| South Africa | $4.1M | 24% |
| Uganda | $1.5M | 9.1% |
| India | $766K | 4.6% |
| Togo | $760K | 4.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $743K | 4.4% |
| China | $701K | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $500K | 3% |
| United States | $344K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $291K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania cosmetic exports (HS 3304): 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 3304: Cosmetic and toilet preparations; beauty, make-up and skin care preparations (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations), manicure or pedicure preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of cosmetic exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported cosmetic worth $24.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy cosmetic from Tanzania?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Malawi (14%) and the DR Congo (13%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average export price of cosmetic per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024, 94% below the world average of $21.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cosmetic from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.6 million in 2017 to $24.1 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2018 at $39.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import cosmetic?
Yes. Tanzania imported $16.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kenya, South Africa and Uganda. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cosmetic?
The HS code for cosmetic is heading 3304. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 3304.99 (97% of the value) and 3304.91 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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