Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit t-shirt by Tanzania reached $8.6 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.3 million.
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 | $8.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 866 t |
Where Tanzania imports cotton knit t-shirt from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), India (22%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 46% |
| India | $1.9M | 22% |
| Thailand | $908K | 11% |
| Turkey | $712K | 8.3% |
| Kenya | $298K | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $197K | 2.3% |
| Pakistan | $182K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $170K | 2% |
| Bangladesh | $83K | 1% |
| Madagascar | $67K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.14 per kg, 80% below the world average of $20.53, 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.
Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Tanzania
Exports of cotton knit t-shirt by Tanzania reached $7.6 million in 2024 (726 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (38%), South Africa (30%), Kenya (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.9M | 38% |
| South Africa | $2.3M | 30% |
| Kenya | $1.2M | 15% |
| Belgium | $720K | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $166K | 2.2% |
| Mozambique | $83K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $73K | 1% |
| Germany | $71K | 0.9% |
| Namibia | $62K | 0.8% |
| France | $26K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania cotton knit t-shirt imports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by India (22%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.14 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, an increase of 186%. The peak was 2022 at $15.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Tanzania exported $7.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, South Africa and Kenya. That compares with imports of $8.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 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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