Notebooks, diaries and notepads imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $10.2 million of notebooks, diaries and notepads in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 134% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $10.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 2.5K t |
Where Tanzania imports notebooks, diaries and notepads from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 82% |
| India | $1.5M | 15% |
| South Africa | $127K | 1.2% |
| Kenya | $83K | 0.8% |
| United States | $54K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $54K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $12K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $11K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $5K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.75 per kg, 34% below the world average of $4.14, 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 notebooks, diaries and notepads imports (HS 4820.10): 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 4820.10: Paper and paperboard: registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles.
Common questions
What is the value of notebooks, diaries and notepads imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported notebooks, diaries and notepads worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 134% on 2023.
Which countries supply notebooks, diaries and notepads to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by India (14%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 259% on the year.
What is the average import price of notebooks, diaries and notepads per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.75 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $4.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of notebooks, diaries and notepads to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 227%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads?
The HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads is subheading 4820.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4820 page.
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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