Cotton women's trousers imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported cotton women's trousers worth $42.7 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 497% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $42.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 679 t |
| 2022 | $21.9M | 560 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 369 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 293 t |
| 2019 | $976K | 184 t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 586 t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 351 t |
Where Tanzania imports cotton women's trousers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+535% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.2M | 99% |
| Turkey | $217K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $106K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $63K | 0.2% |
| India | $44K | 0.1% |
| Madagascar | $44K | 0.1% |
| Lesotho | $33K | 0.1% |
| Bangladesh | $12K | 0% |
| Thailand | $9K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $6K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.14 per kg, 86% above the world average of $21.60. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton women's trousers exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $14.6 million of cotton women's trousers in 2024 (760 tonnes). United States alone took 76% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.2M | 76% |
| France | $1.4M | 9.9% |
| China | $1.4M | 9.8% |
| Spain | $575K | 3.9% |
| Ecuador | $3K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
| Armenia | $1K | 0% |
| Uruguay | $1K | 0% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| Guatemala | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania cotton women's trousers imports (HS 6204.62): 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 6204.62: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton women's trousers imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported cotton women's trousers worth $42.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 497% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton women's trousers to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($42.2 million), followed by Turkey (1%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 737% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton women's trousers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.14 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $21.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton women's trousers to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $42.7 million in 2024, an increase of 275%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export cotton women's trousers?
Yes. Tanzania exported $14.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and China. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $28.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton women's trousers?
The HS code for cotton women's trousers is subheading 6204.62. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6204 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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