Polymer adhesive imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported polymer adhesive worth $4.9 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $4.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 783 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 828 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 734 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 404 t |
Where Tanzania imports polymer adhesive from
China alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+427% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 69% |
| India | $494K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $230K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $178K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $126K | 2.6% |
| Kenya | $91K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $88K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $84K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $63K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $52K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.82 per kg, 28% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania polymer adhesive imports (HS 3506.91): 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 3506.91: Adhesives: prepared, based on polymers of heading 3901 to 3913 or on rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer adhesive imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported polymer adhesive worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer adhesive to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by India (10%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.82 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymer adhesive to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 225%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer adhesive?
The HS code for polymer adhesive is subheading 3506.91. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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