Packing sacks and bags imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported packing sacks and bags worth $22.0 million (10.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 9% on 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 | $22.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 9.9K t |
| 2022 | $23.1M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 23.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 9.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports packing sacks and bags from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
Product types under HS 6305
| 6305.33 | Polypropylene packing sacks | 59% |
| 6305.10 | Jute packing sacks | 20% |
| 6305.32 | Flexible intermediate bulk containers | 11% |
| 6305.39 | Man-made packing sacks | 6.4% |
| 6305.90 | Packing sacks (other) | 3.8% |
| 6305.20 | Cotton packing sacks | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6305.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.04 per kg, 25% below the world average of $2.73, 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.
Packing sacks and bags exports from Tanzania
Exports of packing sacks and bags by Tanzania reached $15.1 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (40%), Zimbabwe (16%), Malawi (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Sudan grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $6.1M | 40% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.5M | 16% |
| Malawi | $2.1M | 14% |
| Rwanda | $1.8M | 12% |
| Burundi | $828K | 5.5% |
| Sudan | $641K | 4.2% |
| DR Congo | $600K | 4% |
| Uganda | $187K | 1.2% |
| Mozambique | $172K | 1.1% |
| Zambia | $107K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania packing sacks and bags imports (HS 6305): 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 6305: Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks and bags imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported packing sacks and bags worth $22.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing sacks and bags to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by India (19%) and Bangladesh (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.04 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $2.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packing sacks and bags to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $22.0 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2022 at $23.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export packing sacks and bags?
Yes. Tanzania exported $15.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks and bags?
The HS code for packing sacks and bags is heading 6305. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 6305.33 (58% of the value) and 6305.10 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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