Metal fittings imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal fittings by Tanzania reached $2.0 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.7 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 | $2.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 783 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 593 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 517 t |
Where Tanzania imports metal fittings from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 65% |
| Vietnam | $265K | 13% |
| India | $62K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $52K | 2.6% |
| United States | $49K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $43K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $36K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $36K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $25K | 1.2% |
| Lebanon | $20K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, 89% below the world average of $10.14, 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.
Metal fittings exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $314 thousand of metal fittings in 2024 (315 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $280K | 89% |
| United States | $28K | 8.8% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.5% |
| Guatemala | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Comoros | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania metal fittings imports (HS 8302.49): 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 8302.49: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal fittings imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported metal fittings worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal fittings to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Vietnam (13%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 286% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 89% below the world average of $10.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal fittings to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2021 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export metal fittings?
Yes. Tanzania exported $314 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the United States and South Africa. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal fittings?
The HS code for metal fittings is subheading 8302.49. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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