Polyester filament tow imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester filament tow by Tanzania reached $2.5 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 128 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 157% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $960K | 304 t |
| 2022 | $760K | 166 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 443 t |
| 2020 | $399K | 125 t |
| 2019 | $594K | 168 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 280 t |
| 2017 | $242K | 60 t |
Where Tanzania imports polyester filament tow from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), South Korea (33%), South Africa (30%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+982% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $892K | 36% |
| South Korea | $809K | 33% |
| South Africa | $739K | 30% |
| Malaysia | $23K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.12 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
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 polyester filament tow imports (HS 5501.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 5501.20: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of polyesters.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester filament tow imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported polyester filament tow worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 128 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 157% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester filament tow to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($892 thousand), followed by South Korea (33%) and South Africa (30%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 982% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.12 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester filament tow to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $242 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 919%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $996 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for polyester filament tow?
The HS code for polyester filament tow is subheading 5501.20. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Tanzania, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World polyester filament tow trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Tanzania
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.