Metering pumps (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported metering pumps (other) worth $2.8 million (491 tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.4 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 | $2.8M | 491 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 401 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 366 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 323 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 349 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 487 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 265 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 376 t |
Where Tanzania imports metering pumps (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), United States (17%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $950K | 34% |
| United States | $483K | 17% |
| South Africa | $450K | 16% |
| India | $132K | 4.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $117K | 4.2% |
| Kenya | $113K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $110K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $84K | 3% |
| Italy | $74K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $57K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.72 per kg, 79% below the world average of $26.97, 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.
Metering pumps (other) exports from Tanzania
Exports of metering pumps (other) by Tanzania reached $471 thousand in 2024 (9 tonnes). Kenya alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $407K | 87% |
| DR Congo | $34K | 7.2% |
| Zambia | $13K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $7K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 1% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania metering pumps (other) imports (HS 8413.19): 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 8413.19: Pumps: for liquids, fitted or designed to be fitted with a measuring device, other than pumps for dispensing fuel or lubricants.
Common questions
What is the value of metering pumps (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported metering pumps (other) worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 491 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply metering pumps (other) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($950 thousand), followed by the United States (17%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of metering pumps (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.72 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $26.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metering pumps (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export metering pumps (other)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $471 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the DR Congo and Zambia. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for metering pumps (other)?
The HS code for metering pumps (other) is subheading 8413.19. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8413 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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