Microtomes imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported microtomes worth $3.7 million (44 tonnes). Value fell 36% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.8 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 | $3.7M | 44 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 46 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 31 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 29 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 27 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 19 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 41 t |
Where Tanzania imports microtomes from
Most of the value came from Germany (17%), South Africa (16%), United States (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+362% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $639K | 17% |
| South Africa | $602K | 16% |
| United States | $545K | 15% |
| South Korea | $509K | 14% |
| Singapore | $237K | 6.4% |
| Sweden | $212K | 5.7% |
| Switzerland | $163K | 4.4% |
| China | $159K | 4.3% |
| India | $128K | 3.5% |
| France | $64K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $84.76 per kg, 47% below the world average of $158.75, 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.
Microtomes exports from Tanzania
Exports of microtomes by Tanzania reached $227 thousand in 2024 (2 tonnes). Malaysia alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+537% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $168K | 74% |
| Angola | $21K | 9.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $18K | 7.9% |
| Gabon | $15K | 6.4% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.7% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported microtomes worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44 tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Tanzania?
Germany was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($639 thousand), followed by South Africa (16%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 362% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $84.76 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $158.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of microtomes to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export microtomes?
Yes. Tanzania exported $227 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Angola and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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