Natural bitumen imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $2.3 million of natural bitumen in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 184% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.7 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 | $2.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $803K | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $971K | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 3.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports natural bitumen from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.8M | 78% |
| United Arab Emirates | $502K | 22% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, 68% above the world average of $0.40. 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.
Natural bitumen exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $520 thousand of natural bitumen in 2024 (606 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (45%), Malawi (44%), Burundi (3%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $233K | 45% |
| Malawi | $227K | 44% |
| Burundi | $18K | 3.5% |
| Zambia | $17K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $15K | 2.9% |
| Rwanda | $11K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania natural bitumen imports (HS 2714): 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 2714: Bitumen and asphalt, natural; bituminous or oil shale and tar sands; asphaltites and asphaltic rocks.
Common questions
What is the value of natural bitumen imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported natural bitumen worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 184% on 2023.
Which countries supply natural bitumen to Tanzania?
Spain was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (22%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 255% on the year.
What is the average import price of natural bitumen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $0.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of natural bitumen to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. The peak was 2019 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export natural bitumen?
Yes. Tanzania exported $520 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and Burundi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural bitumen?
The HS code for natural bitumen is heading 2714. In Tanzania all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2714.90. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2714 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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