Rodenticide imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rodenticide by Tanzania reached $27.0 million in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $27.0M | 12.3K t |
| 2023 | $25.1M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $24.6M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $25.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2019 | $23.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $30.9M | 11.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 1.9K t |
Where Tanzania imports rodenticide from
Most of the value came from China (44%), India (33%), South Africa (8%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.0M | 45% |
| India | $9.0M | 33% |
| South Africa | $2.2M | 8.2% |
| Turkey | $654K | 2.4% |
| Norway | $647K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $565K | 2.1% |
| Kenya | $513K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $507K | 1.9% |
| Zambia | $143K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $109K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, 48% below the world average of $4.27, 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.
Rodenticide exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $352 thousand of rodenticide in 2024 (72 tonnes). Zambia alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $207K | 59% |
| Kenya | $53K | 15% |
| Uganda | $52K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $30K | 8.4% |
| Malawi | $8K | 2.3% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania rodenticide imports (HS 3808.99): 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 3808.99: Rodenticides and other similar products n.e.c. in heading no. 3808.9: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of rodenticide imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported rodenticide worth $27.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply rodenticide to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by India (33%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 469% on the year.
What is the average import price of rodenticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $4.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rodenticide to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $27.0 million in 2024, an increase of 260%. The peak was 2018 at $30.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export rodenticide?
Yes. Tanzania exported $352 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Kenya and Uganda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $26.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rodenticide?
The HS code for rodenticide is subheading 3808.99. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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