Metal-reinforced rubber hose imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported metal-reinforced rubber hose worth $2.1 million (143 tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.1M | 143 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 154 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 154 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 132 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 130 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 105 t |
| 2018 | $458K | 59 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 67 t |
Where Tanzania imports metal-reinforced rubber hose from
The largest suppliers were Poland (40%), China (17%), South Africa (15%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $855K | 40% |
| China | $368K | 17% |
| South Africa | $332K | 16% |
| Italy | $153K | 7.1% |
| India | $124K | 5.8% |
| United States | $87K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $44K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 2% |
| Malaysia | $42K | 1.9% |
| Australia | $33K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.99 per kg, 186% above the world average of $5.24. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania metal-reinforced rubber hose imports (HS 4009.21): 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 4009.21: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, without fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of metal-reinforced rubber hose imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported metal-reinforced rubber hose worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal-reinforced rubber hose to Tanzania?
Poland was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($855 thousand), followed by China (17%) and South Africa (15%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal-reinforced rubber hose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.99 per kg in 2024, 186% above the world average of $5.24 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-reinforced rubber hose to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal-reinforced rubber hose?
The HS code for metal-reinforced rubber hose is subheading 4009.21. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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