Refractory bricks imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of refractory bricks by Tanzania reached $10.4 million in 2024 (10.5 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.0 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 | $10.4M | 10.5K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 8.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 11.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 8.6K t |
Where Tanzania imports refractory bricks from
Most of the value came from India (29%), China (28%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.0M | 29% |
| China | $2.9M | 28% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 11% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $871K | 8.4% |
| Austria | $650K | 6.3% |
| Czech Republic | $319K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $173K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $132K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $130K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 6902
| 6902.20 | Alumina-silica refractory bricks | 53% |
| 6902.10 | Magnesite refractory bricks | 27% |
| 6902.90 | Refractory bricks (other compositions) | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, close to the world average of $1.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 6902: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported refractory bricks worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks to Tanzania?
India was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (28%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $1.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of refractory bricks to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. The peak was 2023 at $14.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks?
The HS code for refractory bricks is heading 6902. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 6902.20 (53% of the value) and 6902.10 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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