Polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $27.1 million (34.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $36.7 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 | $27.1M | 34.0K t |
| 2023 | $24.4M | 28.3K t |
| 2022 | $36.7M | 29.1K t |
| 2021 | $31.5M | 23.4K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 25.8K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 20.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 16.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.2M | 15.3K t |
Where Tanzania imports polyvinyl chloride (pure) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.8M | 73% |
| United States | $2.7M | 9.9% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 8.1% |
| Japan | $514K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $413K | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $343K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $208K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $156K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $143K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $141K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, close to the world average of $0.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl chloride (pure) exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $261 thousand (278 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+818% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports (HS 3904.10): 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 3904.10: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride (pure) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride (pure) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($19.8 million), followed by the United States (10%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride (pure) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $0.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride (pure) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.2 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2022 at $36.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $261 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Burundi and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $26.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure) is subheading 3904.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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