Roller chain imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of roller chain by Tanzania reached $11.3 million in 2024 (947 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $11.3M | 947 t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 787 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 791 t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 663 t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 621 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 448 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 733 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 403 t |
Where Tanzania imports roller chain from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 91% |
| South Africa | $445K | 3.9% |
| India | $361K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $89K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $37K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $31K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $24K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.2% |
| United States | $8K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.94 per kg, 119% above the world average of $5.46. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 roller chain imports (HS 7315.11): 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 7315.11: Chain: articulated link, roller, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of roller chain imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported roller chain worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 947 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply roller chain to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 927% on the year.
What is the average import price of roller chain per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.94 per kg in 2024, 119% above the world average of $5.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of roller chain to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 184%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for roller chain?
The HS code for roller chain is subheading 7315.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7315 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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