Natural graphite exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported natural graphite worth $18.9 million (36.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 102 countries for exports of this product. That is 277% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 153% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18.9M | 36.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 10.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $28K | 313 t |
Where Tanzania exports natural graphite to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.6M | 72% |
| India | $5.0M | 27% |
| Hong Kong | $289K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2504
| 2504.90 | Graphite | 73% |
| 2504.10 | Graphite: natural, in powder or in flakes | 28% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2504.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.51 per kg, 53% below the world average of $1.09, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania natural graphite exports (HS 2504): 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 2504: Graphite; natural.
Common questions
What is the value of natural graphite exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported natural graphite worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 102 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 277% on 2023.
Which countries buy natural graphite from Tanzania?
China was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by India (26%) and Hong Kong (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 664% on the year.
What is the average export price of natural graphite per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $1.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of natural graphite from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $28 thousand in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural graphite?
The HS code for natural graphite is heading 2504. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 2504.90 (72% of the value) and 2504.10 (28%).
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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