New pneumatic tyres imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported new pneumatic tyres worth $208.1 million (74.5 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $208.1M | 74.5K t |
| 2023 | $183.3M | 68.8K t |
| 2022 | $189.1M | 67.2K t |
| 2021 | $158.4M | 60.3K t |
| 2020 | $133.7M | 53.1K t |
| 2019 | $130.4M | 50.5K t |
| 2018 | $130.2M | 49.3K t |
| 2017 | $116.9M | 41.9K t |
Where Tanzania imports new pneumatic tyres from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $135.0M | 65% |
| Uganda | $23.4M | 11% |
| Japan | $16.6M | 8% |
| India | $10.9M | 5.2% |
| Thailand | $5.3M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $4.6M | 2.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $3.4M | 1.7% |
| United States | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $863K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $813K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 4011
| 4011.20 | Truck tires | 50% |
| 4011.10 | Car tires | 18% |
| 4011.40 | Motorcycle tires | 15% |
| 4011.80 | Construction tires | 11% |
| 4011.50 | Bicycle tires | 2.7% |
| 4011.70 | Tractor tires | 1.4% |
| 4011.30 | Aircraft tires | 1% |
| 4011.90 | Commercial vehicle tires | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4011.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.79 per kg, 37% below the world average of $4.45, 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.
New pneumatic tyres exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported new pneumatic tyres worth $449 thousand (268 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (26%), Malawi (19%), Ghana (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+664% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $117K | 26% |
| Malawi | $85K | 19% |
| Ghana | $65K | 14% |
| DR Congo | $63K | 14% |
| Senegal | $48K | 11% |
| Kenya | $24K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $17K | 3.7% |
| Comoros | $11K | 2.5% |
| Burundi | $7K | 1.6% |
| France | $6K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania new pneumatic tyres imports (HS 4011): 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 4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of new pneumatic tyres imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported new pneumatic tyres worth $208.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 74.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply new pneumatic tyres to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($135.0 million), followed by Uganda (11%) and Japan (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of new pneumatic tyres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.79 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of new pneumatic tyres to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $116.9 million in 2017 to $208.1 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $156.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export new pneumatic tyres?
Yes. Tanzania exported $449 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and Ghana. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $207.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for new pneumatic tyres?
The HS code for new pneumatic tyres is heading 4011. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 4011.20 (50% of the value) and 4011.10 (18%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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