Polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) worth $122.9 million (129.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $171.2 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 | $122.9M | 129.3K t |
| 2023 | $99.6M | 99.5K t |
| 2022 | $171.2M | 133.0K t |
| 2021 | $84.8M | 82.2K t |
| 2020 | $47.4M | 62.8K t |
| 2019 | $58.4M | 56.8K t |
| 2018 | $53.5M | 41.4K t |
| 2017 | $15.0M | 12.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $111.1M | 90% |
| Oman | $6.2M | 5.1% |
| United States | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| India | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 0.9% |
| Qatar | $1.1M | 0.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $328K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $200K | 0.2% |
| France | $66K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.95 per kg, close to the world average of $1.09.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) worth $7.9 million (9.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Morocco accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $5.4M | 69% |
| DR Congo | $1.1M | 14% |
| Malawi | $309K | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $270K | 3.4% |
| Uganda | $249K | 3.2% |
| United States | $235K | 3% |
| India | $142K | 1.8% |
| Israel | $108K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $28K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imports (HS 3907.61): 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 3907.61: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of 78ml/g or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) worth $122.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 129.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 173 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($111.1 million), followed by Oman (5%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.0 million in 2017 to $122.9 million in 2024, an increase of 721%. The peak was 2022 at $171.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $81.6 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, the DR Congo and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $115.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) is subheading 3907.61. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 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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