Paper labels imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper labels by Tanzania reached $10.0 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 1.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports paper labels from
Most of the value came from Uganda (41%), Kenya (25%), South Africa (8%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+365% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $4.1M | 41% |
| Kenya | $2.5M | 25% |
| South Africa | $798K | 8% |
| China | $751K | 7.5% |
| India | $519K | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $273K | 2.7% |
| United States | $215K | 2.2% |
| Israel | $212K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $131K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $69K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 4821
| 4821.10 | Printed paper labels | 68% |
| 4821.90 | Blank paper labels | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4821.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.25 per kg, close to the world average of $6.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper labels exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported paper labels worth $5.1 million (809 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (44%), Rwanda (27%), Burundi (24%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+624% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania paper labels imports (HS 4821): 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 4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed.
Common questions
What is the value of paper labels imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported paper labels worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper labels to Tanzania?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Kenya (25%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 365% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.25 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $6.14 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 labels to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2023 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export paper labels?
Yes. Tanzania exported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Rwanda and Burundi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper labels?
The HS code for paper labels is heading 4821. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 4821.10 (68% of the value) and 4821.90 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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