Fertile hatching eggs exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported fertile hatching eggs worth $3.0 million (618 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.8 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 | $3.0M | 618 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 654 t |
| 2022 | $316K | 90 t |
| 2021 | $202K | 60 t |
| 2020 | $467K | 96 t |
| 2019 | $526K | 115 t |
| 2018 | $242K | 29 t |
| 2017 | $89K | 32 t |
Where Tanzania exports fertile hatching eggs to
One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.7M | 58% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 35% |
| Uganda | $150K | 5% |
| Rwanda | $37K | 1.3% |
| Madagascar | $35K | 1.2% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.81 per kg, close to the world average of $5.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fertile hatching eggs imports to Tanzania
Tanzania imported $301 thousand of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (44 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Zambia accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+949% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $166K | 55% |
| United Kingdom | $95K | 32% |
| Nigeria | $35K | 12% |
| India | $4K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania fertile hatching eggs exports (HS 0407.11): 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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported fertile hatching eggs worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 618 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy fertile hatching eggs from Tanzania?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (35%) and Uganda (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 422% on the year.
What is the average export price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.81 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $5.81 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of fertile hatching eggs from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $89 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. Tanzania imported $301 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia, the United Kingdom and Nigeria. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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