Plastic sanitary ware imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $5.8 million of plastic sanitary ware in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $5.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
Where Tanzania imports plastic sanitary ware from
China alone supplied 71% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 72% |
| India | $497K | 8.6% |
| Portugal | $166K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $148K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $147K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $115K | 2% |
| Germany | $109K | 1.9% |
| France | $82K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $76K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $73K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 3922
| 3922.10 | Plastic bathtubs and sinks | 53% |
| 3922.90 | Plastic sanitary fixtures | 40% |
| 3922.20 | Plastic toilet seats | 7.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3922.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, 66% below the world average of $6.34, 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 sanitary ware exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported plastic sanitary ware worth $917 thousand (196 tonnes). Most of it went to Liberia (44%), Rwanda (16%), Lesotho (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Liberia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Liberia | $403K | 44% |
| Rwanda | $150K | 16% |
| Lesotho | $91K | 9.9% |
| Kenya | $91K | 9.9% |
| Malawi | $82K | 9% |
| Mozambique | $35K | 3.8% |
| Madagascar | $25K | 2.7% |
| Comoros | $13K | 1.4% |
| Guatemala | $11K | 1.2% |
| Zambia | $11K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania plastic sanitary ware imports (HS 3922): 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 3922: Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and sanitary ware, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic sanitary ware imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported plastic sanitary ware worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic sanitary ware to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by India (9%) and Portugal (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic sanitary ware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $6.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic sanitary ware to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2023 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export plastic sanitary ware?
Yes. Tanzania exported $917 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Liberia, Rwanda and Lesotho. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic sanitary ware?
The HS code for plastic sanitary ware is heading 3922. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 3922.10 (53% of the value) and 3922.90 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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