Putty imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of putty by Tanzania reached $9.5 million in 2024 (13.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $9.5M | 13.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 5.1K t |
Where Tanzania imports putty from
Most of the value came from Kenya (18%), United Kingdom (16%), Turkey (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.7M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 16% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 13% |
| India | $821K | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $816K | 8.6% |
| China | $596K | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $549K | 5.8% |
| Australia | $538K | 5.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $363K | 3.8% |
| Bahrain | $301K | 3.2% |
Product types under HS 3214
| 3214.10 | Painters putty | 73% |
| 3214.90 | Sealant and mastic | 27% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, 56% below the world average of $1.58, 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.
Putty exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $246 thousand of putty in 2024 (869 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $169K | 69% |
| Malawi | $20K | 8.1% |
| Zambia | $17K | 6.7% |
| Rwanda | $16K | 6.5% |
| United States | $15K | 6.2% |
| Kenya | $6K | 2.2% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 1.2% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0.1% |
| Comoros | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania putty imports (HS 3214): 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 3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of putty imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported putty worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply putty to Tanzania?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (16%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $1.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of putty to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2023 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export putty?
Yes. Tanzania exported $246 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Malawi and Zambia. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $9.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for putty?
The HS code for putty is heading 3214. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 3214.10 (73% of the value) and 3214.90 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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