Mineral mixing and kneading machines imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mineral mixing and kneading machines by Tanzania reached $4.2 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 41% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.2 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 | $4.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 902 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 778 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 634 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 725 t |
Where Tanzania imports mineral mixing and kneading machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 52% |
| Germany | $776K | 18% |
| South Africa | $486K | 12% |
| India | $315K | 7.5% |
| Kenya | $140K | 3.3% |
| Pakistan | $138K | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $62K | 1.5% |
| Malawi | $46K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $32K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $17K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.71 per kg, 75% below the world average of $10.78, 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.
Mineral mixing and kneading machines exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported mineral mixing and kneading machines worth $377 thousand (30 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $263K | 70% |
| Malawi | $106K | 28% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania mineral mixing and kneading machines imports (HS 8474.39): 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 8474.39: Machines: for mixing or kneading mineral substances, excluding concrete mixers and machines for mixing mineral substances with bitumen.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral mixing and kneading machines imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported mineral mixing and kneading machines worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral mixing and kneading machines to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (18%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral mixing and kneading machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.71 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $10.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral mixing and kneading machines to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export mineral mixing and kneading machines?
Yes. Tanzania exported $377 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Malawi and the DR Congo. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral mixing and kneading machines?
The HS code for mineral mixing and kneading machines is subheading 8474.39. 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 8474 page.
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