Fatty acids (other species) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported fatty acids (other species) worth $16.2 million (20.1 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 2022, at $23.0 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 | $16.2M | 20.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $23.0M | 15.9K t |
| 2021 | $21.7M | 17.0K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 27.6K t |
| 2019 | $14.6M | 27.3K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 19.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 8.9K t |
Where Tanzania imports fatty acids (other species) from
Malaysia alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $13.5M | 84% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 11% |
| Singapore | $400K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $277K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $111K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $105K | 0.7% |
| India | $13K | 0.1% |
| China | $7K | 0% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.05, 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.
Fatty acids (other species) exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported fatty acids (other species) worth $312 thousand (497 tonnes). Singapore alone took 82% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $256K | 82% |
| India | $44K | 14% |
| South Africa | $12K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania fatty acids (other species) imports (HS 3823.19): 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 3823.19: Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids: acid oils from refining: (other than stearic acid, oleic acid or tall oil fatty acids).
Common questions
What is the value of fatty acids (other species) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported fatty acids (other species) worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply fatty acids (other species) to Tanzania?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($13.5 million), followed by Indonesia (11%) and Singapore (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of fatty acids (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fatty acids (other species) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2022 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export fatty acids (other species)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $312 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, India and South Africa. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fatty acids (other species)?
The HS code for fatty acids (other species) is subheading 3823.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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