Other hot-rolled steel imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported other hot-rolled steel worth $2.8 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 68% 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 | $2.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $406K | 607 t |
| 2020 | $327K | 285 t |
| 2019 | $742K | 571 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 996 t |
| 2017 | $73K | 51 t |
Where Tanzania imports other hot-rolled steel from
The largest suppliers were China (48%), Japan (40%), United Arab Emirates (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 49% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 40% |
| United Arab Emirates | $219K | 7.9% |
| Australia | $30K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $17K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $17K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $10K | 0.4% |
| Djibouti | $7K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.2% |
| India | $4K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, close to the world average of $1.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other hot-rolled steel exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported other hot-rolled steel worth $1.1 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.1M | 100% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania other hot-rolled steel imports (HS 7208.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 7208.90: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7208.
Common questions
What is the value of other hot-rolled steel imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported other hot-rolled steel worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply other hot-rolled steel to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Japan (40%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of other hot-rolled steel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $1.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other hot-rolled steel to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $73 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export other hot-rolled steel?
Yes. Tanzania exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for other hot-rolled steel?
The HS code for other hot-rolled steel is subheading 7208.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7208 page.
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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