Frozen vegetables exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of frozen vegetables by Tanzania reached $12.8 million in 2024 (39.1 thousand tonnes). That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $26.4 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 | $12.8M | 39.1K t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 57.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 95.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 30.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 38.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 46.2K t |
| 2018 | $660K | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 4.5K t |
Where Tanzania exports frozen vegetables to
One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $12.5M | 98% |
| Kenya | $106K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $82K | 0.6% |
| Angola | $65K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $20K | 0.2% |
| Comoros | $8K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $5K | 0% |
| Oman | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0710
| 0710.22 | Frozen green beans | 99% |
| 0710.10 | Frozen potatoes | 0.7% |
| 0710.21 | Frozen peas | 0.2% |
| 0710.80 | Frozen vegetables (other) | 0% |
| 0710.90 | Frozen vegetable mixtures | 0% |
| 0710.29 | Frozen legumes (other) | 0% |
| 0710.30 | Frozen spinach | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0710.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, 76% below the world average of $1.36, 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.
Frozen vegetables imports to Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania imported frozen vegetables worth $328 thousand (3.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Kenya (39%), Malawi (30%), Denmark (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $128K | 39% |
| Malawi | $97K | 30% |
| Denmark | $34K | 10% |
| South Africa | $26K | 7.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $24K | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $4K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania frozen vegetables exports (HS 0710): 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 0710: Vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water); frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen vegetables exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported frozen vegetables worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen vegetables from Tanzania?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($12.5 million), followed by Kenya (1%) and the DR Congo (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen vegetables per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $1.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen vegetables from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $26.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import frozen vegetables?
Yes. Tanzania imported $328 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kenya, Malawi and Denmark. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen vegetables?
The HS code for frozen vegetables is heading 0710. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 0710.22 (99% of the value) and 0710.10 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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