Light fixtures imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported light fixtures worth $44.1 million (14.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $67.2 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 | $44.1M | 14.5K t |
| 2023 | $43.0M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $67.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $32.2M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $24.6M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $25.4M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $25.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $18.7M | 5.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports light fixtures from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.1M | 84% |
| Turkey | $966K | 2.2% |
| India | $962K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $922K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $742K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $698K | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $629K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $304K | 0.7% |
| Mauritius | $296K | 0.7% |
| France | $216K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.40 | Electric light fixture | 64% |
| 9405.10 | Chandelier | 13% |
| 9405.50 | Oil lamp | 6.4% |
| 9405.99 | Lamp metal parts | 5.8% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated sign | 3.8% |
| 9405.92 | Plastic lampshade | 2.7% |
| 9405.20 | Table lamp | 2.4% |
| 9405.30 | Christmas light | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.04 per kg, 78% below the world average of $13.60, 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.
Light fixtures exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $410 thousand of light fixtures in 2024 (67 tonnes). Zambia alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $256K | 63% |
| Kenya | $66K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 10% |
| Malawi | $12K | 2.9% |
| Rwanda | $7K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $6K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $6K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.5% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania light fixtures imports (HS 9405): 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 9405: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported light fixtures worth $44.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($37.1 million), followed by Turkey (2%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 119% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.04 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $13.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light fixtures to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.7 million in 2017 to $44.1 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. The peak was 2022 at $67.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export light fixtures?
Yes. Tanzania exported $410 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Kenya and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $43.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 9405.40 (64% of the value) and 9405.10 (13%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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