Grinding balls imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported grinding balls worth $9.7 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 58% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $9.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 2.8K t |
Where Tanzania imports grinding balls from
India alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $8.0M | 82% |
| China | $1.2M | 13% |
| Egypt | $398K | 4.1% |
| Hong Kong | $61K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $53K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.64 per kg, 31% above the world average of $1.25. 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.
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The shipment records behind Tanzania grinding balls imports (HS 7325.91): 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 7325.91: Iron: grinding balls and similar articles for mills, other than of non-malleable cast iron.
Common questions
What is the value of grinding balls imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported grinding balls worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply grinding balls to Tanzania?
India was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by China (13%) and Egypt (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of grinding balls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.64 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $1.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of grinding balls to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for grinding balls?
The HS code for grinding balls is subheading 7325.91. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7325 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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