Plastic hose and tubing (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported plastic hose and tubing (other) worth $4.5 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.2 million.
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 | $4.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 1.7K t |
Where Tanzania imports plastic hose and tubing (other) from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 60% |
| Kenya | $351K | 7.9% |
| Qatar | $207K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $177K | 4% |
| South Africa | $157K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $149K | 3.3% |
| India | $121K | 2.7% |
| Finland | $88K | 2% |
| Spain | $82K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $81K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, 78% below the world average of $6.55, 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.
Plastic hose and tubing (other) exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $427 thousand of plastic hose and tubing (other) in 2024 (421 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $402K | 94% |
| Zambia | $9K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 2% |
| Comoros | $2K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania plastic hose and tubing (other) imports (HS 3917.39): 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 3917.39: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 3917.30.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic hose and tubing (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported plastic hose and tubing (other) worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic hose and tubing (other) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Kenya (8%) and Qatar (5%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 415% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic hose and tubing (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $6.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic hose and tubing (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2022 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export plastic hose and tubing (other)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $427 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and the United Kingdom. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic hose and tubing (other)?
The HS code for plastic hose and tubing (other) is subheading 3917.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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