Niobium ore exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported niobium ore worth $5.5 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 58% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $31.2 million.
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 | $5.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 560 t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 318 t |
| 2017 | $31.2M | 1.1K t |
Where Tanzania exports niobium ore to
Malaysia alone took 71% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $3.9M | 71% |
| China | $1.6M | 29% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Burundi | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2615
| 2615.90 | Specialty metal ore | 84% |
| 2615.10 | Zirconium ore | 16% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2615.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.93 per kg, 47% above the world average of $1.31. 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.
Niobium ore imports to Tanzania
Imports of niobium ore by Tanzania reached $625 thousand in 2024 (224 tonnes). China alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $625K | 100% |
| Rwanda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania niobium ore exports (HS 2615): 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 2615: Niobium, tantalum, vanadium or zirconium ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of niobium ore exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported niobium ore worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 93 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries buy niobium ore from Tanzania?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 71% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by China (29%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of niobium ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.93 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $1.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of niobium ore from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.2 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, a fall of 82%. The peak was 2017 at $31.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import niobium ore?
Yes. Tanzania imported $625 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China and Rwanda. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for niobium ore?
The HS code for niobium ore is heading 2615. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 2615.90 (84% of the value) and 2615.10 (16%).
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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