Polyethylene terephthalate film imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene terephthalate film by Tanzania reached $2.7 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 888 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 854 t |
Where Tanzania imports polyethylene terephthalate film from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.2M | 80% |
| China | $180K | 6.7% |
| Pakistan | $142K | 5.3% |
| United States | $59K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $59K | 2.2% |
| Kenya | $54K | 2% |
| Bahrain | $37K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $18K | 0.7% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, 51% below the world average of $3.01, 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.
Polyethylene terephthalate film exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $643 thousand of polyethylene terephthalate film in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $420K | 65% |
| Kenya | $95K | 15% |
| Uganda | $68K | 11% |
| Israel | $40K | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $12K | 1.9% |
| United States | $8K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania polyethylene terephthalate film imports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate film to Tanzania?
India was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by China (7%) and Pakistan (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate film to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2022 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export polyethylene terephthalate film?
Yes. Tanzania exported $643 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Kenya and Uganda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 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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