Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $5.5 million of paper and pulp articles (other) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $5.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 702 t |
| 2020 | $902K | 357 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 403 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 434 t |
| 2017 | $887K | 327 t |
Where Tanzania imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 52% |
| South Africa | $2.3M | 43% |
| India | $103K | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $71K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $34K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $11K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.12 per kg, 63% above the world average of $2.53. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by South Africa (43%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 525% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.12 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $2.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $887 thousand in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 521%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. 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 4823 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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